Sonny Bill Williams Quotes

I've got to do everything extra to put myself in the best shape to get in the World Cup squad.
I've had an amazing ride. I've been blessed beyond things that I could never have imagined.
Just like in rugby, the pinnacle was playing for the All Blacks. That was always a massive thing. But you never speak it outwardly because it can sound stupid. But if you don't have massive dreams, you might as well stay in bed.
My biggest challenge for myself is to be the best father I can be and be the best husband I can be.
My mindset at this stage, especially after having a daughter... it's just changed my whole outlook.
My old man never used to cook, so we lived on takeaway. The others were always jealous.
My parents were always living from pay cheque to pay cheque. They were always struggling.
Now I am just focusing on my daughter, my wife, religion, and training.
Now, I know a lot of things in the big man's world are not what they seem: a lot of people are out for themselves, and you can't always trust what someone says.
OK, I floss, I brush my teeth, and I use mouth wash. Does that mean that I love it? That means that I, you know, like to look after my teeth!
One of my major goals off the field is to conduct myself in a way that... parents are proud to say, 'Oh yeah, look, he wants to be like Sonny Bill Williams.'
One thing I've learned over my career is that simplicity is the key: on the field, off as well.
People have goodness in their hearts.
Seeing my daughter for the first time after I came back from the tour was just a life-changing experience... it still blows my mind.
Sometimes they are big hurdles, but good players can overcome them. I am trying to do my best.
That's the beautiful thing about being a father for the first time; it has really made me get my concentration levels in check.
The biggest thing for me is earning the respect of my fellow players and coaches. I think that is why I was a little bit emotional. You don't get a haka done to you from the brothers for no reason if they don't respect you.
The NRL is not an easy gig, but they have some good talent, some good youngsters coming through.
The pleasing thing is being able to be in an environment where, even though I'm a rookie, everyone wants to help you out.
The thing I enjoy is that I have come to league as a union player, and I have to adapt to different situations I am facing.
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