Once you have selected a sport or a creative activity, the rules are pretty much the same.

- Bill Toomey

We have made drugs an Olympic event. It receives most of the coverage at the Games and even the suspicion of guilt can ruin a reputation for life.

- Bill Toomey

Olympians are the product of the Movement, and to get them to the stadiums, pools and playing fields, it takes the actions of legions of people who might not be Olympians.

- Bill Toomey

Those of us who participate realize the incredible honor bestowed on us, but to really understand the true scope and depth of the movement requires more investigation and concentration.

- Bill Toomey

Then in a fraction of a second, I realized that these sportsmen were not anyone's enemies.

- Bill Toomey

I have competed before empty stadiums a lot in my career.

- Bill Toomey

I think that money has changed my sport.

- Bill Toomey

It is always possible to improve.

- Bill Toomey

My Olympic voyage has continued because it is so rewarding.

- Bill Toomey

The greatest feeling of accomplishment for me is the fact that I was an athlete who was somewhat disabled.

- Bill Toomey

One of the key elements is the ability to be honest with yourself.

- Bill Toomey

Past Olympians have a continuing role within the Olympic family.

- Bill Toomey

The fans and supporters are also part of the Olympic family.

- Bill Toomey

The Olympic movement is divided into two very distinct eras.

- Bill Toomey

Too many athletes do not admit their weaknesses.

- Bill Toomey

Too many athletes don't have the ability to set a goal and then carefully go towards it.

- Bill Toomey

Understand from top to bottom what the effort requires.

- Bill Toomey

When I competed, it was for honor and country. It was a privilege to be a part of the U.S. team.

- Bill Toomey

The Ancient Games are relatively obscure to most Olympians, but to understand just what the Games are about, it is really necessary to investigate the roots and the meaning that has transformed culture and society for so many years.

- Bill Toomey

Actually, the moment of victory is wonderful, but also sad. It means that your trip is ended.

- Bill Toomey