We offer these tips on Club Volleyball:TryoutsWe are now to that part of the volleyball season when tryouts begin. In many cases, THE TRYOUT is harder on the parents than the player. If it seems that the clubs all have their tryouts at the same time, well, they do and it’s on purpose. The thinking of these clubs is to place their tryout at such a time that it requires parents to choose between clubs. I know of one club that intentionally moved its tryout to conflict with the times of other clubs after it discovered the times of other clubs’ tryouts.It is important to know a few points that can help your daughter make a club team. These points do not guarantee that your child will make the team or club that your family wants to make but they will certainly help:
- Choose a club that fits your daughter
- Go to the first day of tryouts
- Don’t succumb to the pressure
- Be bold (but polite!)
- Get noticed!
- Play within yourself
- Be vocal
Preseason
Club tryouts are just around the corner. It is amazing how the preseason events are mushrooming in number. In the old days (e.g. 2000) and before, clubs didn’t have pre-tryouts or even open gyms. Though some parents would say that this is too much….well, whether or not this is too much, it is what it is. This blog entry will hopefully answer some questions about these preseason events and the “Big Show” aka The Tryout.
There are several benefits of going to a club’s pre-tryout:
- The player can compare their talents to other players.
- You can meet the coaches.
- You can see the quality of play
- You can see the quality of the organization and its facilities
Parent Information Meeting
This is the most important meeting for the parent. At this meeting, you will hear a presentation by the directors of the club. They will go over fees, introduce coaches and talk about the over all schedule of events for the club, including the tournament schedule. These meetings give the club the opportunity to present themselves in the most favorable light. Therefore, watch to see how the directors set the tone of the meeting. Are they telling the parents that your family is lucky to be associated with this club and that there are plenty of other families that want your spot in case you don’t take it? Or, are they welcoming you to their family. Are they appreciative of your coming to their meeting? This overtone can speak a lot about the entire personality of the club.
|
