I think there's nothing sadder than a pro athlete who plays past his prime. Votes: 3
At one point that's all I cared about, being a pro athlete. But I realized I wasn't athletic enough. Votes: 3
Forty years ago the chances of journalists reporting - or the authorities even prosecuting - a pro athlete were practically nil. Votes: 3
I've been a sports fan all my life, and like most other actors, I'm convinced I could have been a pro athlete if Hollywood hadn't come calling. Votes: 3
In college I never realized the opportunities available to a pro athlete. I've been given the chance to meet all kinds of people, to travel and expand my financial capabilities, to get ideas and learn about life, to create a world apart from basketball. Votes: 3
The pro athlete is a sad tale. He signs a big contract and thinks he's set for life. I didn't think I was set for life, and I don't now. As athletes, we are important, celebrities, in demand and rich. Then we are out of the game and we are not important, not celebrities, not in demand and not rich. Votes: 3
I train like a pro-athlete, not like an actor who's just trying to look pretty. Votes: 2
Hip-hop and being a pro athlete go hand in hand. When they come together, it's a win, not just for your business brand but also for culture. Votes: 2
Do I midnight snack? Not a lot, but sometimes. And it's usually Doritos Cooler Ranch. I know that's terrible, especially for a pro athlete, but they're just so good. Votes: 2
People complain that pro athletes make a lot of money; but what they don't understand is that we need a lot of money because we spend a lot of money. Votes: 2
So many people get caught up in being a pro athlete and think they are better. I don't feel like I've ever changed or acted any differently because of the situation I'm in or that status I have. Votes: 2
I think pro-athletes should be forced to use steroids. I think we as fans deserve the greatest athletes science can create! Lets go! Anything that will make you run faster, jump higher! I have High-Definition TV! I want my athletes like my video games! Lets go! I could care less if you die at 40. You hate life after sports anyways. I'm doing you a favor. Votes: 2
You can play professional lacrosse, but they make less than a teacher's salary now. I always thought about that. And it's a very difficult career, a short career, as a pro athlete. Votes: 1
Being a pro athlete doesn't mean you treat your body right, even though it's so important to what you do. Being a runner and training for important races has taught me more about how to fuel than swimming ever did. I realize it's a process and part of the commitment. Votes: 1
When should a college athlete turn pro? Not until he has earned all he can in college as an amateur. Votes: 0
I feel like every woman, and actually any guy who hasn't played that many sports, you secretly wonder, like, 'Would I be a pro athlete?' Votes: 0
I'm proud of the way I've dealt with setbacks. It's hard when you feel down and you think, 'Why is the world doing this to me?' But you have to pick yourself up again. That's what makes you a better athlete. Votes: 5 Jessica Ennis
Pro football is like nuclear warfare. There are no winners, only survivors. Votes: 3 Frank Gifford