Jimmy V - Cutting Down the Nets

Jim Valvano speaking in 1987 at the annual meeting of the Million Dollar Round Table. He would go on to incorporate much of this speech into his famous speech at the 1993 ESPYs.

[@SR-qm6oe]

I have listened to this speech so many times. Never gets old. 35 years later and still the greatest, most self motivating speech I have ever heard.

[@artvanderlay4689]

I was in the room.....and have replayed it many times. The man had us on our feet and owned us. Just amazing!

[@ihavetheanswers]

Do you happen to have a ticket stub or program from it by chance?

[@nicholasnarveson930]

To grab the microphone and hold the entire room in the palm of your hand, it's a gift. What a great coach and even greater human being.

[@TheMykle10]

Nicely said. I rewatch this every few years or so. Great man with no hidden agenda.

[@angebonanno85]

You said that well lately I have felt lost and hearing Jimmy speak it slowly gets my motivation and enthusiasm back and love for life

[@kaohrlinliherg6685]

Dan Holiday

[@TheCream14]

Wow. No script, no overhead presentation, no cue cards. Totally from the heart. Best kind of speech anyone can give.

[@colinbrown9883]

I was there, greatest speech ever.

[@coachryansantillanes9524]

You are the luckiest person on earth. He died the year I was born 😢 I would have done anything to meet him. He’s an inspiration to my life.

[@derrickkmoore208]

What year would this have been around 90?

[@Boojkill]

@@derrickkmoore208 1987.

[@danyc1021]

Makes me tear every time. My bags are packed . . . God bless you wherever you are Mr. Valvano

[@shawnhoward2697]

I was 9 years old and wathed. That game in 83,I was a tarheel fan but I pulled for NC state that night,,because they were from my state and the acc, I live 50 miles from from where he is buried, so I'm going to go there and pay my respects,he was a great man and I know he is in heaven.

[@blakeallen6171]

I may be a Tarheel fan but I love this man. I have seen this speech 6-8 times now, never gets old. Jimmy V is one of the most motivating people that has ever lived.

[@chadbaughman401]

I am a Tarheel fan as well and Jimmy v was a good man also I have seen his don't ever give up speech RIP Jimmy V

[@fairterr]

It's ok to be a Tarheel fan, I'm from Raleigh ,grew up 2miles from State, and my brother and others in my family went to State...I like Carolina and especially Dean Smith , he was a good guy and of course Coach.... well 2 out of 3 ain't bad"....but I have to admit Mike K. is a good guy, he was a great friend to Jimmy V., they both came down to NC about the same time and remained good friends, so even though I'm not a "Dukey", I like Coach K

[@shannonoconnor9671]

I could listen to Jim Valvano all day

[@nellygonzalezMMA]

Whenever I need a lift me up, I listen to the late Valvano what a great motivational speaker may he RIH 🙏

[@hrbllc4206]

I found this speech on KZbin shortly after it was uploaded. I find myself watching it at least once a year. Thanks for sharing.

[@miguelnevarez1973]

From here on out I will always tell my kids, “my bags are packed!”

[@rdubyapeesr6124]

I watch this video one time each year. This is my philosophy for life.

[@kevindawsonmusicvariety7613]

This is my favorite speech of all time. Jimmy V was truly amazing!!!!!!!!! Rest In Peace my dude

[@joecolvin3617]

When I need answers in life or I am lost ,or I need A BIG LIFT OF LOVE I LISTEN TO JIMMY, AND EVERY TIME IT GETS BETTER AND BETTER WHAT A TRUE GENUINE MAN , NEVER GIVE UP NEVER GIVE UP

[@willyboods5197]

I love how hes motivating and funny at the same time

[@brianhatz3441]

I show this to my classes every year....#mybagsarepacked

[@dr.awkward9075]

#1 Family #2 Religion #3 The Green Bay Packers

[@shawdowsanddust5301]

There are precious few people that can walk into a room and you feel a physical energy from just their presence. I was fortunate to have met Valvano on a couple of occasions and he undoubtedly was one of those people. Amazing human being.

[@miguelnevarez1973]

This video should have way more views than what’s posted. If we only acted in a small manner of the way Jimmy V presented himself this world would be in such a better place. I am in such a better place for listening/watching this.

[@paularcuri2376]

As an Iona alumnus and booster....BTW now Iona University....God Bless Jimmy V and his family...the cancer research foundation he established does great things...once had a beer with the man after an Iona victory...remember...you owe your parents everything....

[@RobertAtBuffalo]

Who's watching in 2018/19? Jimmy could of done stand up this is entertaining.

[@karenfrench8596]

I was in Nursing school and worked the weekend day shift at Hardee's during the NCAA tournament. Whenever I got home, NC State was always playing so I saw every one of their games for the 83 tournament. I loved this guy and he made me a State fan, to this day. He changed the face of college basketball. Now, every coach fouls the last 2 minutes, he started that. They also changed the fouls for the last 2 minutes of a game from one shot to automatic 2 shots. Just for starters. He was ahead of his time, absolutely hilarious, and a joy to listen to. Will always love you and the 83 team. Thanks, Jim.

[@joecolvin3617]

2 years later I seen my comments about Jimmy's speech, and it's still the same, I love the GREAT MAN SPECIAL IN MY HEAT

[@Light_Work88]

How can anyone possibly dislike this ??

[@angebonanno85]

I started to hear about him valvano in 2013 , they had the survive and advance documentary on ESPN in Australia, and I was so moved by his AURA , his personality, his work ethic and passion. Jimmy v is a true icon. I watch this video alot to help my motivation in my work and in life.

[@karljacobson7811]

What a wonderful man and speech! We miss you.

[@lisaposey6450]

Precious man. Very missed.

[@williamrimberg8885]

I just watched the famous Jimmy V speech at the '93 Espy's which brought me here. This motivations speech here from Valvano is simply a phenomenal. It's inspiring, funny and thought provoking all at once. Thanks so much for posting this. What a great guy Jimmy V was. I miss him and very grateful we have video of him to remind all of us what an inspirational man he was.

[@scottcook3046]

If it wasn't for Dean Smith, I might have been a NCSU fan all because of Valvano

[@dromanoff37]

Neal Brennan called this one of the funniest speeches by a non-comedian ever. His timing is incredible

[@moneybaggjoe2949]

Where did he say that? I hold Neal in high regards.

[@dromanoff37]

@@moneybaggjoe2949 he tweeted it out a while ago

[@KillerBrees]

This is one of the best motivational speeches you'll ever see, and it might just be the best around. I used to show this video at the beginning of a tennis camp at which I taught for several years. It moves me every time I watch it like it's the first time. I'm not sure how anyone could dislike this video as 16 people did. I feel badly for you if you're one of the people that disliked this video.

[@_zyphis_2281]

40:10 “ordinary people do extraordinary things”

[@illini00711]

What a special person

[@thorstenpreiss7312]

Best speech ever! Keep watching it over and over for years now. Thanks for sharing!

[@danyc1021]

He's probably one of the best motivational speakers I've seen

[@gabrieljordaogarcia3057]

JIMMY V FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS

[@joecolvin3617]

5 years later I still listen to jimmy, nothing has changed, it gets better and better And I am cutting the net And that high Mountain

[@scottjulie27]

There is so much to say about this very influential man. However, if I was a famous stand-up comedian, and I was asked who is one of my biggest stand-up comic influences, I would say Jim Valvano. :)))

[@brianschmitz6188]

Wow! I hope this video remains up on youtube for everyone to see, I'm shocked there aren't more views and comments. Thanks so much for contributing this video to us. I love this man! RIP Jim!

[@kevinbrooks1104]

Outstanding person

[@anngreco7448]

Fantastic!!

[@SJorgeRoc]

48 minutes felt like 15.

[@manager2655]

Awesome post mate you and jimmy are in my heart forever. gold star to you for the great work

[@tjs21972]

What a dude!

[@jimmathis8982]

I have fond memories of the time I spent with Jim and Pam ❤

[@eyalnevo315]

thank you very much for uploading this video.

[@coreypassero]

@Dan - Thank you SO MUCH for posting this speech. It is by far the most amazing and motivating speech I have ever heard. As this video was on YT but then taken down for a while, please LMK if you'd be willing to share the file so I can ensure to have access to it for THE REST OF MY LIFE

[@shawdowsanddust5301]

Hi Corey, I have this on audio CD if you would like a copy shoot me a message.

[@robmiller4329]

His own mother took the points and bet on Houston lolclassic

[@jenniferwise8515]

@@shawdowsanddust5301 can you send me a link please?

[@a.fee-oh1328]

Jimmy V doing Ted Talks before they were a thing.

[@ryanjoyce4189]

a classic!

[@sterlingpless9280]

To this day NC State has a curse on them in basketball he was the best coach they ever had and ever will be they went to two Elite Eights, Sweet Sixteen and won a National Championship...

[@lindsay4659]

Now in the Final Four after a magical 9 game win streak, much like Valvano's 1983 team!... that curse might be over

[@sterlingpless9280]

@@lindsay4659 The curse of Valvano is over he got treated like **t because of that book Personal Fouls the allegations were BS he might not have been paying much attention the man was athletic director, coach and commenting games why he died a plate overload but he was clean... That book by Peter Gollenbrook was hit piece he was clean...

[@joeydelrio]

why do people like Jimmy, who are loved by so many, help so many, die so young? and people like alan greenspan who destroy so many lives, they live forever.

[@dpm-jt8rj]

Is it alright if I have tears flowing? How can anyone not be motivated when you watch and LISTEN to that man. Heaven is a better place with him and his dad. Jimmy, cut down those nets Baby! Cut 'em down.

[@stefanlepro]

Who disliked this and why?

[@wa2k99]

stefanlepro Houston fan?

[@dalefijalkowski9325]

Thank

[@85tclower]

If you dislike this video, you need to take a long look at your own life and figure out what’s troubling you.

[@duncanpenderhughes8865]

Cold speaker mane 💯👊🏼

[@tracyyoung224]

Jimmy V

[@dacosta0656]

Guys like Jimmy V die from cancer, that's life SMH

[@jimyfigueroa6288]

What is the minority speech

[@jimmathis8982]

I was glad to call him my friend ❤ 🎉

[@dantulino3548]

I remember when only the audio of this speech was available and I’d still listen to it over and over. Never gets old.

[@wa2k99]

FREDERICO!!!

[@TheCrazySportsDude]

I watch this speech every year

[@jimmathis8982]

I watched the game on TV.