How to prepare for University-College volleyball tryouts?

Question

I'm starting university next September and I'm planning on trying out for the volleyball team there. I have been playing school volleyball ever since I was in elementary school but never really kept at it over the summers. So this year I want to stay at it and keep myself fit over the summer for the try outs in September. What should I all do to keep my skills up...? I have started having a daily workout plan and I have signed up for several volleyball camps over the summer.

Also I think it's more of a intimidation factor. I know my chances of making the team are fairly high if I keep at it over the summer but it kinda scares me to think that this is a.....college team. Any suggestions about how to keep my self calm about the tryouts?

The team that I am trying out for is ranked number 1 in the Canadian College Athletic Association. What should I be expecting at the tryouts....?

Answer 1

Make sure the coach knows you're planning on trying out.  I'm not sure about Canada, but teams in the US won't even have tryouts unless someone says they want to try to join.  Otherwise, they stick with the roster they already had planned.

Also, the coach should be able to give you the workout plan that the rest of the team uses.  My only advice would be play as much as you can (volleyball and any other sports that involve running -- basketball, soccer, racquetball, etc.).  The volleyball will keep you skills sharp and the other sports will keep you in shape and reduce your risk of injury.

Good luck!!