Quotes from Bill Toomey

Understand from top to bottom what the effort requires.

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.

A key factor is to do training that is fun.

The greatest feeling of accomplishment for me is the fact that I was an athlete who was somewhat disabled.

I think that money has changed my sport.

Once you have selected a sport or a creative activity, the rules are pretty much the same.

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

Anabolic steroids were not banned until after the 72 Olympics.

The Olympic movement is divided into two very distinct eras.

Past Olympians have a continuing role within the Olympic family.

The Olympic Games of the Modern Era began in 1896 in the city of Athens.

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

Actually, the moment of victory is wonderful, but also sad. It means that your trip is ended.

My family knew, but most of the sporting world did not realize that my right hand been some 75% paralyzed.

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