Volleyball try-outs at my school. Help? :)

Question

I was on the freshmen team last year and I know that high school is way different. I also know how good I am compared to the other girls trying out. I do have the skill to make varsity as a sophomore, but it seems like EVERYONE is telling me I can't. And I don't like when people tell me I can't do things, I mean. Who does? Do you have any advice for me? Any last minute tips on courage or something?

And I'm 5'7 and an OH. How high should I be jumping from my approach? I know everyone is different, but I think I jump about 8'4. Is that good?

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Answer 1

Well, as long as you believe you can make it you can! I am a setter and am going to be on JV as a freshmen, everyone told me I couldn't even make freshmen but I made JV. I am a S/RS Hitter and at 5'9 I can touch 9'1" but I go to a really big school so 9'1" isn't even that great. But improving your vertical is easy. Work on Block jumping and your approach everyday.  

Answer 2

wow thats a good approach. im a libero so anything that high seems great to me haaa. if you're pretty confident with mostly every skill in vb, a great way to stand out is to yell. calling the ball loudest, having spirit and being a very vocal player has gotten me very far in my volleyball career. being loud shows confidence and coaches dig that

Answer 3

you go for it gurl win that game and youll show evryone

Answer 4

First of all i love volleyball. I wish i had your hight when i was playing high school volleyball. But anyways, for me since i've coached my share of girls, that i look for not only their game play but how much they make a differences outside the court. Be yourself, play well and without a doubt your make your Varsity team.

Good lucky and play well.

Answer 5

Tell everyone there is no such word as can't!  You can do everything you put your mind to.  8"4 sounds great! lol