Coach Knute Rockne had a great way with using his words to deliver messages that span the ages. Many of them are wise words beyond football, and are good life lessons.

"One man practicing sportsmanship is far better than a hundred teaching it."

Here is more on Knute Rockne former Head Coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish 1918-1930

Knute Rockne

Born March 4, 1888, in Voss, Norway, was Knute Rockne, American College Football Hall of Fame coach. Rockne led the Fighting Irish to gridiron prominenance as Notre Dame won 13 National titles, under his leadership. Rockne was also an end for Notre Dame, and later played professional football before starting his coaching tenure. In 1914, he was recruited by the legendary Peggy Parratt to play for the Akron Indians. At Akron, Parratt had connected with Rockne on several successful forward pass plays during their mythical Ohio League schedule.


The Legendary player and coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Rockne's passion for the game, his innovation, and his inspiring speeches made his teams rise to the top of college football in the 1920s.