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volleyball try-outs.
I'm 13 and I'm trying out for my school's volleyball team in 2 weeks. I've never played on a team before; but I've been to 6 camps, several private training classes with the coach, and practice with my dad alot [ he and the coach play on the same adult leauge team * they're best friends but she already told me I wasn't garenteed a spot on the team]
However I'm really nervous, I'm not that tall. And the Coach practicly immeaditley takes tall girls even if they have no idea what sport they're trying out for leaving only a few extra spots for girls who know what there doing. I'm a pretty good player; I've taken 1st 2nd and 3rd in my camps final tournements. But I'm really nervous; I'm so nervous I can't even serve anymore. My serves haven't made it over the net consistenly in 2 weeks. How can I calm down; and better prepare myself for try outs? Thanks guys =]
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Ok. First of all, when you serve: RELAX. I used to do the same thing with my serves. I couldn't get them over the net consistently either. This is what I did. I made goals and consequences for myself. (consequences: for example: if i missed a serve I would have to run from one side of the gym to the other and get right back in there and serve. Just make up something small and then eventually when you get your serves over consistently make them a little harder). Also, right before I served (overhand), I took a deep breath then took two short bounces on the gym floor-to get me focused. Then I extend my arms (in the postion right before you toss the ball in the air) and take another deep breath and then serve it. Make sure the toss is high enough and hit it on the base of you palm (if thats what its called). Then eventually when you get it over consistantly, aim. You know what the positions are right? 1-6? Aim for the number 5 or 3 or something just for a little challenge. I was an assistant volleyball coach my junior year of highschool and we won first place in our division that year. If you need anymore help, let me know and I will be glad to help you out.
Also, do exercises to strengthen your arm. That will also help you out.
Well I hope I helped! And let me know if you need anymore advice!! :-)
~4evaurs_21~
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take a couple of deep breaths right before your going to serve. it helps alot. take your time too. don't rush it. get a good night sleeps before also. try eating a snack before you go to tryout so you'll have some energy.
good luck :)
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Focus on getting the right technique down for serving. Once you've got the right technique, just relax and serve!
Really, that's all there is to it.
Concentrate while you're serving, but not TOO much, else you'll probably be doing more harm than good. Just know what you're doing and do it.
Also, serving isn't everything. Teams also need consistent passers (back row players) and setters. Make sure you're well rounded in all areas to have the best chance of making the team.
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listen hey you might not know me but my name is lilaigh and you'll start off bad but you'll catch your breath act like no ones watching and say if i messup some one hast to worse cause there always is but if im wrong then hey everyone messes up were human and if they tell you suck dont shrink stand up for yourself get up and try it again dont be a lsr like the ple who call you one when youve been working so hard for this tell your self ive worked hard i diserve this i diserve this relax you'll do fine
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