Mary Lou Retton Athlete Quotations

For athletes, the Olympics are the ultimate test of their worth.

As simple as it sounds, we all must try to be the best person we can: by making the best choices, by making the most of the talents we've been given.

Having a home away from the media glare is important to world-class athletes.

The endorsement game has been very good to me.

Getting to know athletes from all over the planet is a big part of the Olympic experience.

Many athletes competing in Atlanta wouldn't be here if it weren't for corporate support.

That's because the International Olympic Committee has a policy of never replacing medals.

More than 10,000 athletes came to Atlanta seeking Olympic medals. Only a few of them will be lucky and skilled enough to claim one.

I can't justify taking money away from hungry kids and needy schools to pay for the Games when corporations are willing to write the checks.

Back in my day, they picked the top few, and since I was first at the U.S. Championships and first at the Trials I knew I was going.

In L.A., we had a game room with a new sensation called Pac-Man.

A trophy carries dust. Memories last forever.

More than 10,000 athletes came to Atlanta seeking Olympic medals. Only a few of them will be lucky and skilled enough to claim one.