Question about volleyball try-outs...?

Question

I have tryouts for my high school volleyball team in a few weeks, and I have never tried out before...can someone please describe a typical volleyball try-out? like, what you do in them in stuff like that.

Thanks for answers!!

Answer 1

They like do see what you can do in all aspects of the game. They will probably get you to run a couple of laps, to get warmed up, and then go into some stretches.

Next, you'll probably partner off and do some volleys and passes (arrange someone you know is good to be your partner so you look better). Control is key here, so make everyone count (you never know when they're watching!).

Then they'll most likely get a setter and give everyone a few hits (if you don't know the proper technique, ask in another question or in the additional details and I'll go through it).  

Everyone wil split up on each side of the net and do some serves (work on your overhand, if you can't do it, because this is essential on a high school team. Again, if you want to know the proper technique, just ask!)

For an end, you'll break off into some 4-4 or 6-6 (depending how many people you have). Remember to move, dive, call the ball, cheer and they will take this positively!

Finally, remember to keep a positive attitude, appear coachable, and have the right look, hair tied back, spandex, gym shirt, running/indoor shoes. And HUSTLE! Good luck!

Answer 2

the tryouts are really laid back usually.. first you will probably warm up bumping and passing in a circle.. then usually do a drill before the actual tryout begins.. they usually take a vertical jump and record your height.. then they will probably give you a jersey with a number and a sheet with your name on it.. they will also ask you to present a physical.. then you usually have stations for each skill.. serving, passing, setting, and hitting.. they will have some kind of scoring system and record it on your sheet.. then you will probably scrimage over a net.. also if there are any open gyms be sure to attend.. look up some drills to practice at home also!!

Answer 3

Hi -

Don't be nervous.  The requirements and process will vary depending on how competitive the school is. Sometimes if not too many people try out everyone makes it.

At the school I help coach at, tryouts are pretty laid back.  Generally we start with some warming up and then do drills.  The drills will focus on different skills (passing, setting, hitting, serving).  This will give the coach a good idea of where you are at.  The drills will be repetative, so they may have two people partnered up.  One throws the ball to the other and the other passes it back.  After 5 minutes they switch.  For serving, everyone divides up into 2 sides and serves at each other - balls flying everywhere - the coach then watches the form and results of individuals.  For hitting, it is usually a line.  You get a turn then go to the back of the line.

Then there may also be some playing - maybe not 6 on 6, but smaller groups, so we can see how you interact with the other players.

To prepare,  I would do a little research on the rules so you have an idea of what you are doing. Also, how much you've played and what your skills are will make a difference - the more practice beforehand the better. But having solid fundamentals is important - so make sure you practice with people who know how to play. There is a saying - "you can't teach height" - so the taller you are the bigger your advantage will be. Don't let any of this worry you even if you have never played before. At the freshman level, the coach is looking for potential - someone who can learn and become good. Being in good shape, listening to the coach, and having a good attitude will go along way.

Also, a lot of schools have open gyms in the summer - like an unofficial practice.  Make sure you go to them and learn as much as you can.

Good luck.