A biography for Rudy Ruettigerhasn’t been written yet.
“Talent doesn't win football games. But talent, heart and desire do. A good coach will recognize what's inside.”
“For a lot of people, I was a below-average guy who broke through a wall.”
“Attitude plays a big part in your life and how you measure your dreams.”
“Character is the key to your success. Inspiration is key.”
“Sometimes you've got to fail to learn.”
“Dont let people steal your dreams.”
“When I was growing up, my father would gather all of his children, seven brothers and seven sisters, around the television set and we would religiously watch every time Notre Dame played.”
“It's not an easy thing going to Hollywood and saying, 'Hey, make my movie.'”
“It's fun to be excited because all the negative people stay away.”
“I always practiced like I expected to play.”
“Retail employees are the underdogs or 'Rudy' of the work force. They start off at the bottom trying to gain experience, but rarely expect a good wage, a good experience or any career mobility. We need to change that mindset.”
“I can't tell you how many times someone has written me and said, 'I became a doctor because of you' or 'I became a dancer because of you.'”
“There's a limit to what each guy physically can do, but there's no limit on how far you go.”
“I have no status or stardom. I was just willing to die for my dream.”
“Everyone has a dream. If you don't have one, someone took it from you. Take it back.”
“If you don't have anything to stand up for, you fall for everything.”
“I'm not a celebrity. I'm much more of a legacy. All things considered, I'd rather be a legacy.”
“Follow your dreams. It's always too early to quit.”
“Motivational speaking became my career. Who would ever have thought it?”
“It's cool to have courage.”