Jim Valvano's inspiring ‘Don’t give up ... Don’t ever give up!’ speech at The ESPYS

Jim Valvano's inspiring ‘Don’t give up ... Don’t ever give up!’ speech at The ESPYS | ESPN Archive

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Jim Valvano won the Arthur Ashe Courage and Humanitarian Award in 1993 at the inaugural ESPYS and delivered his famous “Don’t give up ... Don’t ever give up!" speech.
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@HelloImBob29 Ай бұрын

Somewhere, Coach V is smiling rn.

@evievanhouten3194 6 ай бұрын

In my 45 years of life I have never heard more important words spoken than here. Victorious.

@jordanlevingston9296 3 жыл бұрын

I just got diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. Thank you jimmy v I will not stop fighting

@mattryanfan2ify 3 жыл бұрын

How you doing man ?

@AffiliateMarketInfo 3 жыл бұрын

Hope all is well bro, stay strong ✊🏽

@ghettokidmike0763 3 жыл бұрын

I hope your doing good today. Stay strong, I believe in you!

@SteveFromLongIsland 3 жыл бұрын

Bro stay strong

@Obabasu 3 жыл бұрын

Prayers to you.

@ricardoollivierre 6 жыл бұрын

No one dislike this video please. It's one of the most moving speeches of the last 100 years. RIP Jimmy V

@mpiazza000 6 жыл бұрын

Ricardo Ollivierre and if there are dislike, does it take away what he say?

@ethanlee9767 4 жыл бұрын

There are bots that dislike the video, so mostly ai bots are the ones disliking. Actual people disliking can go rot in a pit.

@sackings12 3 жыл бұрын

Literally one of the greatest speeches of all-time next to I Have A Dream

@jonathanturek5846 2 жыл бұрын

How could any sane person with a soul dislike it ?? Ithe good thing about bad apples is that they make the good ones taste even better ? I always try and find the good in bad things.. And like Frank Turek said good and evil cannot exist without each other ? Aloha and God bless you

@Nate-dn1gx Жыл бұрын

Yes it is. Except taking a shot at the guy just doing his job wasn't the finest moment

@JamesFetsch Жыл бұрын

In 2011 I was diagnosed with cancer, and given 7 weeks. Knowing those fighting words, " Never give up, don't ever give up", I didn't. Smile every day, think your most deepest thoughts, every day, and let life bring you to tears, happy or sad, every day, is what Coach "V" says " Is a full day. I know this dog can bite, but I will NEVER give up. Never. I will live until I die. RIP Coach ❤

@JohnTheDriver Жыл бұрын

30-year anniversary .... You and your speech will never be forgotten God Bless You 🙏

@drevil28352 4 жыл бұрын

My dad always lived by those words and always taught me to do the same... dont EVER give up... the day we got told he had cancer it took on a whole different meaning.. and dammit.. he didnt give up.. he fought til he couldn't a second longer

@Vic_Ferrari 3 жыл бұрын

As long as you remember and speak about him, hes never gone

@1Mic1Life 3 жыл бұрын

😭😭😭😢😢😥😥 lost my father a month ago due to prostate cancer .he fought till his last breath ...love and peace for you all !!! I really hope time heals because iam destroyed!!!!

@drevil28352 3 жыл бұрын

@@1Mic1Life I imagine its different for everyone... you'll never forget.. and itll always be with you... but with time you do learn to live with it... learn to cherish the good memories and things you're father instilled in you... and I know my pops would still be looking at me saying "I might be gone, but don't you ever give up"

@seewhativescene Жыл бұрын

@@drevil28352 that song "one mic" is a deep, reflective tune. Nas lost both his father and mother, he copes with his pain through lyrics🎶

@meganhoggard2749 Жыл бұрын

My mom was the strongest person I knew in adversity. And cancer. Never giving up is so important.

@kweaver2459 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jimmy, I come back to this speech constantly, thank you

@brentwilcox9449 5 жыл бұрын

i have to tell you all this...this speech was very powerful and very instrumental in my journey thru life...i had an 18 year drug addiction...at the time this speech came out..i was wanting to make a change...i would listen to this speech every morning before i would begin my day....i can not tell you how many times i listened to it...but, the message is--don't give up...don't ever give up...and, i can proudly say at that 08-02-2018 was my 22nd year since GOD healed an addiction out of my life...thank you jimmy v....RIP!

@jonathanturek5846 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome ! Surround yourself with good people and keep sharing your story to others... It will help you and the people you inspire.. Win win.. I call it Symbism. When you create Symbism it means you create win- win situations and outcomes. Aloha

@robpeter2paypaul 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing 💪💪💪

@johnharrison7413 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations my friend, you're a true inspiration. ... Don't give up, don't ever give up👏👏👏👏.

@daveyamericanpridegodbless9842 Жыл бұрын

May God Bless Your Heart Young Man! ✌️❤️🗽🇺🇲🙏

@hardin1271 7 ай бұрын

@jonathanturek5846 Amazing. Congratulations. It is these types of changes that Jimmy V would be proud of

@BuffdatRatt 4 ай бұрын

I’m struggling right now. I have already cried today. Please, Jimmy, remind me what else Im supposed to do today 🙏🏻

@carterbales8929 4 жыл бұрын

Who in the heck would dislike this video??? One of the most inspiring and uplifting speeches I've ever heard... Rip Jimmy V

@tallguynmass 6 жыл бұрын

I watch this inspirational speech by Jimmy V on occasion to put things in perspective when I start complaining about the small stupid shit that’s affecting my life. Life’s about gratitude and being thankful for what you do have, not what you don’t.

@tonydir5673 6 жыл бұрын

One of the best speeches youl ever hear

@imnotcreativeimc1415 6 жыл бұрын

You certainly made me laugh, think, and cry. RIP. Its crazy how fast time flies.

@imnotcreativeimc1415 6 жыл бұрын

RIP

@Jalaar46 5 жыл бұрын

Miss you Jimmy V. A good man, a good coach. Life sucks when the best get taken early

@shawnp6744 Ай бұрын

3-31-24. Jimmy V is dancing like a fool tonight.

@brianfoster1774 5 жыл бұрын

How are you not inspired!! Listened to this everyday!! ❤️❤️❤️💯☘️

@fitolplayz1151 4 жыл бұрын

Brian Foster wore irbfkfs I am!! Dog be noob gonn v! Lfgg big event it up, you blow it livid ?’

@fitolplayz1151 4 жыл бұрын

Oooooo

@mountcomfort740 10 ай бұрын

I still get goose bumps when I watch this

@trevislaw1898 Жыл бұрын

I am a cancer survivor and my prayers for all will be continuous and never ending. God bless!!

@ConnorMiller417 10 ай бұрын

I remember my junior year in high school when I watched this for the very first time. Our English teacher wanted to teach us about life and how important is is to live every moment because it’s a gift and he showed us Jimmy V’s speech. When the video ended, the class was dead quiet because of how touching it was and I couldn’t believe how amazing the speech was. Thank you Jimmy V for your greatest phrase, “Don’t give up, don’t ever give up.”

@anandguruji83 6 жыл бұрын

R.I.P JIM VALVANO

@anandguruji83 6 жыл бұрын

R.I.P JIM VALVANO

@Jalaar46 5 жыл бұрын

Jimmy V. I watch this all the time, I cry every time.

@whome1636 3 жыл бұрын

I always hear his voice and this speech in my head when I'm a little down or up. He reminds the 3 things that's crucial to life. I love his energy, it just vibrates out.

@minazyyc 4 жыл бұрын

I watched this video every day for year and half during my treatment. Not easy to have smile on your face when you are great pain. Thank you for being such an inspiration. Rest in peace.

@umedevelopment 4 жыл бұрын

I pray that you are cancer free and free of pain. God bless you!

@minazyyc 4 жыл бұрын

@@umedevelopment Thanks. Bit scared but feeling very good. Ready to volunteer as cancer peer support counselor.

@k.hendrickson8735 7 ай бұрын

DO IT! 👍🏼

@jedi4049 5 ай бұрын

god bless you@@minazyyc

@marioarvayo 5 жыл бұрын

A must watch, at least once a year

@MVuke84 3 жыл бұрын

Hard for me to watch this without tearing up..... What a human being Jimmy V was

@AlanRoehrich9651 Жыл бұрын

One of the greatest inspirational speeches ever, by a very wise and courageous man, of great honor.

@josephcottier5483 Ай бұрын

The saddest part is that he said he wanted to come back and present the award the next year. You could see he was happy and looked forward to it but he didnt make it. He would be gone only a few short months later.

@mattshifu 9 ай бұрын

I absolutely love this speech. I watch it so much. Love you Jimmy your an inspiration to us all ❤

@MrGTO-ze7vb 5 жыл бұрын

I try to watch this speech once a year and share it with people who need an uplifting experience. Make Every Day a Full Day.!! RIP Jimmy V

@MrGTO-ze7vb 4 жыл бұрын

@WEI REN you must be a genius??

@petroskrommidas4212 3 жыл бұрын

Jimmy V, you are gone but never forgotten. Your legacy and message will live on forever

@nickrobinson1973 5 жыл бұрын

Best speech ever. The 10 people who disliked this can rot in hell.

@mikeclontz4764 5 жыл бұрын

YUP... Cold sum bitches...

@stevencooke6451 5 жыл бұрын

I'd love to think those people are just upset that cancer claimed such a decent and inspiring man. Yes, I would love to be able to think that.

@WaltGekko 5 жыл бұрын

Some people disliked it because they only remember the scandals that forced Jimmy V out at North Carolina State before everyone knew he was sick.

@alagogo 5 жыл бұрын

Yes Sir !! 84 NC State grad . My school My coach my family . Never give up .

@Ish-1099 4 жыл бұрын

The person who disliked it by accident: :/

@lelia660 Жыл бұрын

The best speech I've ever heard. God bless Jimmy V.

@kentexican5844 4 жыл бұрын

I must go to this speech at least a handful of times per year. There will never be a better speech for me.

@mhcastellow 16 күн бұрын

I watch this very often, Jimmy V LIVES STILL ❤️❤️❤️

@evievanhouten3194 11 ай бұрын

Such a stand up guy. Refreshing to see today. For me.

@brandonwestbrook6003 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Coach V was a passionate man. Hope he is in paradise. RIP Legend

@k.hendrickson8735 7 ай бұрын

Gotta love those Italians!💚❤️🤍

@anthonyowens3740 Ай бұрын

I always find myself coming back to this speech. It applies to so many things in life in general. Disease and illness will always be the unfortunate things that happen in our lives as people but Jim gave us a great example on how to not let the unfortunate things that can happen change your mind, heart and soul.

@lukegalbreath7643 5 ай бұрын

best speech ever

@tylermaddox9896 6 жыл бұрын

I watch this every year and it still gives me goosebumps. RIP Jimmy V.

@SandsSpades 5 жыл бұрын

Goosebumps here too. Also, check out his motivation speech (you can find the longer version on KZfaq as well): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fZupiq1ixN3aZXk.html

@mobiz711 2 жыл бұрын

I try to donate to the Jimmy V foundation every time I come and listen to the speech. Seems like the least I can do, he never fails to move me to tears, make me chuckle and make think, boom all 3 essential things needed for a good day off of my checklist in just 10 minutes! Most importantly, he never fails to inspire. Thank you Jimmy.

@richardottley4611 10 ай бұрын

Who is watching this video in 2023.. 30 years later. 😊👏🏾👏🏾💯 This is the 1st time I ever watched this video.. very inspirational.. Jimmy V looked full of life, didn't know he was battling cancer.. RIP Jimmy V 😔🙏🏾🕊️

@bigdaddypapsmear 2 жыл бұрын

This speech changed my life as a young man. It got me to stop repressing my emotions. Forever grateful to Jimmy V.

@SubaruWRXspdManual 4 жыл бұрын

This speech is up there in the pantheon of speeches.

@charlieeder 10 ай бұрын

I just revisited this wonderful moment. I laughed, I cried and thought a lot about my parents both gone to cancer. Such an amazing man. God Bless JV

@sohanchalla3458 4 жыл бұрын

I'm picking this speech for my English project. The greatest speech in sports history period

@emmietidwell3245 3 жыл бұрын

This speech has kept me going

@ericreed2738 3 жыл бұрын

One of the most wonderful and miraculous and inspiring speeches ever. Thankyou Jimmy V.

@seanp1862 6 жыл бұрын

Recovering alcoholic what a motivational. Speech..

@TheMcLeanster 5 жыл бұрын

I know that my comment is a year or more late but I just wanted to say that I sincerely hope that you are doing well in your recovery Sir! I know what you are dealing with and it's so difficult, so good luck to you on your journey to sobriety!

@SubaruWRXspdManual 4 жыл бұрын

How's the recovery going? Hopefully you're still clean. I to had a problem with alcohol a few years ago. I used to crank 10+ beers every evening and I'm 5'4" and about 140 lbs, so 10+ beers was a ridiculous amount.

@ericalley2321 4 жыл бұрын

Im a Recovering Addict. This speech keeps me focused on what is important. Hope you're well in your recovery and life.

@jasons1566 4 жыл бұрын

Anytime I feel down in life I listen to this speech by this absolutely remarkable man

@armincakar6518 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jim. We love you

@catherinedriver4565 6 жыл бұрын

R.I.P Jim Valvano ❤️🙏🏽. Really inspires me! " Don't Give Up, Don't Ever Give Up"! Will always keep that with me!

@joecolvin3617 4 жыл бұрын

The most natural honest form the heart SPEACH ever ,he was like that every Day nothing to lose, LOVED his mum and Dad And they believed in him BELIEVE IS SO POWERFUL DREM A GOAL DO YOUR BEST GOD BLESS JIMMY. V ITS YEARS LATER ANS I STILL LISTEN TO JIMMY ,V GIVING TO HELP ANYHOW FEELS GOOD CHEERS

@dustinharrison3491 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, what an amazing soul.

@donhallwachs6370 5 жыл бұрын

God Bless You Mr. Jimmy V.

@larrybova6157 3 жыл бұрын

When I have a lousy day, I watch this speech and get going forward again. Thanks, coach.

@sportsmedia25 4 жыл бұрын

Thankful this speech is here for everyone to gain some inspiration.

@johnferrarini2626 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Rip jimmy u are inspired me

@josephkelly2194 5 жыл бұрын

Laugh, think and cry every day. RIP your words mean more than you could have ever envisioned. I think of you very often. Watch you when coached and seeing you win the championship with State was just a lifetime of a great man summed up in a season. You are sorely missed.

@digital.garage 5 жыл бұрын

This needs millions of views

@robpeter2paypaul 2 жыл бұрын

This speech means more to me now than ever. I’ve always known how amazing and powerful it was but it truly has new meaning for me. I got covid in August and watched this while I was sick. I ended up in sedated in the icu for over month with machines keeping me alive and it wasn’t looking good. I’m sitting in bed at a recovery center off a ventilator learning to walk, talk, and breathe on my own again. I haven’t been home in a couple months and it wears on me but this speech single handedly gets me through some days. I laugh and I cry and I think. I’m grateful to be alive and breathing. I hope everyone watching this stays in good health & spirits 🙏. R.I.P. Jimmy.

@k.hendrickson8735 7 ай бұрын

Keep fighting! And send out an update.

@leviguise6411 4 жыл бұрын

I needed to hear this today.

@cbbargo 4 жыл бұрын

❤ such an inspirational man. Your legacy lives on coach.

@livinnfree3378 2 жыл бұрын

God Bless him and anyone fighting cancer.

@sawomirbaranski2160 4 жыл бұрын

This is really something special. Like in a real, human way. Outstanding! Every word he said is beatiful and important.

@ecj613 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful speech and message. ❤

@stephenwirth9298 4 жыл бұрын

Wow that’s an amazing speech that speech will live on forever !!

@kittymeowmeow1330 Ай бұрын

Talk about words to live by. Eye opening.

@Gonzoweirdo1 2 жыл бұрын

This speech just brings a tear to my eye. What an incredible leader he was! Though we may never have him back physically it’s important to remember what he did especially right now this time of year during The College Basketball season, and it’s even more important besides just Basketball to understand the human being he was. Though we may never have him back physically, he is with us in spirit always.

@gerardlafferti4485 3 жыл бұрын

How proud he was of his family , says it all.

@user-bm8uv9hj5h Ай бұрын

This speech by coach Jimmy V has carried me thru some tough times of fear, weakness and uncertainty in my life. I've listened to this Speech many times and it's always lifted me back up. Thanks you Coach Jimmy V, I know you're sitting next to God.

@user-bm8uv9hj5h Ай бұрын

Do 3 things everyday and you've had a full day. 1. Laugh 2. Spend some time in thought 3. Bring your emotions to tears. -Jim Valvano

@Digz635 4 жыл бұрын

Great speech. Prayers to you Jimmy🏀❤️

@Jalaar46 5 жыл бұрын

Love you Jimmy V. Tears all over my keyboard

@nikolahrnjez854 3 жыл бұрын

Well i laughed, i thought and i cried watching this speech...

@omarvillarreal4393 2 жыл бұрын

That’s how u go Jimmy V. Forever will be a inspiration. Live, laugh, Cry. Never give up. Never stop Fighting

@jfox11000 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t have cancer but love this speech and love this man ! I have listened to this speech like 4 times already and will be back again soon ty

@kareemmoore9085 4 жыл бұрын

thank you jimmy god bless your soul

@bradbertelsen8961 4 жыл бұрын

fantastic speech! Solid advice for all.

@gari929 2 жыл бұрын

A Great Uplifting enthusiastic Message. GOD BLESS WHEREVER HE IS.

@spacelyzrocketband1181 2 жыл бұрын

Every year about this time I reflect on this speech. I use to work at a country club where he was a member and I got to meet him. He wanted to know about me and my dreams and what I was passionate about and I realized then how special he was. I will never forget it and I will never give up!

@Gonzoweirdo1 2 жыл бұрын

This speech just brings a tear to my eye. What an incredible human! Though we may never have him back it’s important to remember what he did especially right now during The College Basketball season, and it’s even more important besides Basketball to understand the human being he was.

@milart12 3 жыл бұрын

This speech was a mere weeks before he died. I cant believe that he summoned the energy to make such a moving and impassioned speech.

@harryking9674 Ай бұрын

What a great human being RIP Jimmy you are not forgotten

@veehzi5663 3 жыл бұрын

I originally came here when I was trying to pass a public speaking class at college. Now I keep coming back for inspiration. I never knew where my dad got this quote from but now I resonate with it every day. “Don’t give up, don’t ever give up.”

@Taylor-oj7ws 4 жыл бұрын

Jimmy V is the man!

@bluesyoucanuse1861 2 жыл бұрын

One of the greatest speeches in history. Absolutely incredible and moving. RIP Jimmy V!

@mj33090 4 жыл бұрын

It can not touch my mind. It can not touch my heart. It can not touch my soul.

@attorneygeneral7060 5 жыл бұрын

Bless

@Shellshock-gj1cs 6 жыл бұрын

Rip man we miss you

@blameitoncartman 4 жыл бұрын

I’m not crying! You’re crying! 😭 RIP Jimmy V!

@danideesh 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely wonderful speech! Very encouraging and enjoyable. I referred this speech to someone very special.

@benjones3639 2 ай бұрын

Very moved by this speech. I’ve never thought about some of the things he said before. Great Message. 🙂

@davehanson455 5 жыл бұрын

love u jimmy v

@dkelban 3 жыл бұрын

Inspiring and moving

@marcsouza2528 3 жыл бұрын

2020 I see this again !!! Jimmy v RIP

@coopaloopmex 4 ай бұрын

I love to watch this when I need a good boost! Thanks Jimmy V!

@ronaldwilliams2162 3 жыл бұрын

Laugh think,and cry.......every day.🙂

@FLSharkdiver 2 жыл бұрын

ONE OF THE MOST inspirational speeches I have ever heard from Coach JIMMY V....

@skarletbueso 3 жыл бұрын

thank you mr. jimmy 💟

@nathanlujan1628 2 жыл бұрын

One of the best speeches of all time ❤