That day provided a glimpse of the ways in which Self combines hard work and fun. Although last year s Tulsa team was making school history, the players didn t allow themselves to be swept away by the moment a moment Self hopes to repeat, or even exceed, at Illinois. For a team that s never been there before, they acted like they had because they enjoyed the moment, Self said. So much in life we get so caught up in chasing the prize that we forget to enjoy the ride. I think that s something I ve learned.
Life s too short.
Whatever we do, we need to have fun while we do it.