Yves Pons: The most interesting man in college basketball

#5
#5
One thing the article kind of eluded to but didn’t stress much is the hard work it takes to be successful in life. Yves clearly is talented but worked hard to become exceptional. I have a grown daughter who is a professional violinist and has been blessed to play, record, and tour the world with well known people. I remember asking her personal teacher this question when she was like eight - “Do you think all this time spent practicing and performing is to much for an eight year old?”. I’ll never forget his answer. In his heavy Chinese accent he ask...”So What else beneficial would she be doing with her time?”. Seems Yves approaches life with the same philosophy! Well written article and I’m proud he’s a VFL!
 
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#6
One thing the article kind of eluded to but didn’t stress much is the hard work it takes to be successful in life. Yves clearly is talented but worked hard to become exceptional. I have a grown daughter who is a professional violinist and has been blessed to play, record, and tour the world with well known people. I remember asking her personal teacher this question when she was like eight - “Do you think all this time spent practicing and performing is to much for an eight year old?”. I’ll never forget his answer. In his heavy Chinese accent he ask...”So What else beneficial would she be doing with her time?”. Seems Yves approaches life with the same philosophy! Well written article and I’m proud he’s a VFL!
Good observation and perspective on your part. Also, very cool about your daughter and her accomplishments in life. Love seeing and hearing about success stories born via hard work.
 
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#8
You gotta love the character of the players that Barnes has brought into this program-along with their on court play as well. I am happy for the fake UT's loss and the real UT's gain as I have lived near Austin for 35 years.
 
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Would be an interesting personal interest story comparison between an international guy like Pons and Fulky!
 

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