[On Kevin Keegan:] 'He's been very, very lucky, an average player who came into the game when it was short of personalities.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Best dismisses Keegan's skill, attributing his success to a lack of strong competitors.
- In plain terms
- He calls Keegan average and suggests luck and timing helped him succeed.
- What can you take from it?
- Timing and competition level can elevate a player's perceived status.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is success just timing?
- How do you evaluate peers?
Another view
This view ignores hard work and skill development.
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