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Mike Ditka

by Branden from Romeoville, Illinois

the superbowl trophie he won in 1985 (google images)
the superbowl trophie he won in 1985 (google images)

Let’s start off with the 5 traits that my hero Mike Ditka has. He is willing to sacrifice, he is generous, responsible, he stands up for others, and last but not least, he is determined. This is how he fits in those 5 traits. First of all he is responsible in many ways but I will tell you couple. He had to coach, play and spend time with his family and also feed his family. He could never miss a practice or a game. He could never disappoint his family in any kind of way. Also he had to spend some time with his hobby friends who like golf like him.

He was willing to sacrifice time with his family. He sacrificed time to have fun. He sacrificed time to sleep, to eat, to watch TV and much more that we get to do on a daily basis. But what he really cares about is taking his wife out for dinner. He is determined this way. He coached the Bears. They went to the superbowl. They lost. NOT! They went to the superbowl and they WON! That was the highlight of his career. He stands up for others like this. He cares more than others more than himself. He would do favors for you that you wouldn’t believe. If someone said anything about one of his players or anyone you would want to run. Generous! He is generous. He is not selfish. If it started pouring or lightning out he would make sure everybody would get in safely before he cared for himself. The last one would be Mike Ditka.

mike ditka looking tough (google images)
mike ditka looking tough (google images)

First of all I did not just pick Mike Ditka because he is rich and has his own restaurant and he has everything in the world. I picked him because he said something that was really thoughtful and touching. "Before you can win, you have to believe you are worthy."

mike ditka with a great entrance
mike ditka with a great entrance

M=mike Ditka is my hero.

I=interacts with others and is always having a good time

K=keeps others safe and cares for others

E=even nice to people that he disagrees with.

D=dreams about his dreams getting better

I=illness for him is being mean to others or not caring for others

T=treats others how he wants to be treated.

K=keeps others happy and in a good mood

A=always looking out for others in a bad situation

Page created on 5/16/2008 12:00:00 AM

Last edited 5/16/2008 12:00:00 AM

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Extra Info

Mike Ditka is a great man. This is what he accomplished in his career and in his life. He was born on october 18, 1939 in Pennsylvania. Caught 427 career passes. He was the first tight end ever to be inducted into the hall of fame. He was rookie of the year in 1961. In collage he played linebacker, defensive end, and last but not least tight end. He was Pro football hall of famer in 1988. He has 4 children and their names are Mike, Mark, Matthew and Megan. His wife's name is Dianna. He owns his own restaurant in Chicago. His hobby is golf which he plays with 6-handicap. The most unforgettable part of his career was coaching the Chicago Bears to winning the Superbowl in 1985.