Bill Toomey

Athlete

1939-01-10

Quotes by Bill Toomey

• The Ancient Games are relatively obscure to most Olympians, but to understand just what the Games are about, it is really necessary to investigate the roots and the meaning that has transformed culture and society for so many years.

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• I have competed before empty stadiums a lot in my career.

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• Olympians are the product of the Movement, and to get them to the stadiums, pools and playing fields, it takes the actions of legions of people who might not be Olympians.

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• Anabolic steroids were not banned until after the 72 Olympics.

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• The fans and supporters are also part of the Olympic family.

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• Athens will again be the host of the Games in 2004, but there are rumors that they might be switched if the Greeks don't begin to construct the sites faster.

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• There is no one magic move or secret that creates victory, but lots of little items that when added together can make you victorious.

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• My Olympic voyage has continued because it is so rewarding.

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