Many coaches bring in inspirational speakers to motivate teams as they get ready for a big game, a tactic employed this week by Nevada head coach Chris Ault as his Wolf Pack gears up for Saturday's game at SMU. So ...
From the home office, High on the Hilltop, the Top 10 motivational speeches that will cause Nevada to lose to SMU:
10: "Show your gratitude to those who protect you"
Speaker: Liza Minelli
9. "Finish what you start"
Speaker: Ricky Williams
8. "Improving performance through encouragement and support"
Speaker: Bill Parcells
7. "Accept your lot in life gracefully"
Speaker: Martha Stewart
6. "Conditioning: better strength through proper nutrition"
Speaker: Mary-Kate Olson
5. "What happens within the team, stays within the team"
Speaker: Maurice Clarett
4. "Performing with integrity and honesty"
Speaker: Ashley Simpson
3. "Make your teammates know they can rely on you to do your job"
Speaker: Ron Artest
2. "Smile for the cameras"
Speakers: Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake
And the #1 motivational speech that will cause Nevada to lose to SMU:
1. "How out-of-staters can win in Texas"
Speaker: John Kerry