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Last-minute Tryout Tips!

 
Lookin’ for last-minute tips to ace your fall tryouts? We turned to our fave experts (GL readers!) to weigh in on how to make the team.

Whether you’re goin’ out for varsity or are hopin’ to make JV, we’ve got no-fail advice for everyone!
 
Stay positive.
Have an extremely good attitude. One fear for me was that if I did make the team that all of the girls who had been on it before wouldn't be open to new people, which turned out to be not true. And don't forget that there are a ton of girls in the same shoes as you! -Emily, 15
 
Don’t be afraid to go solo.
Even though I loved tennis, I was hesitant to try out for the high school team. I knew that there would be many upper classmen and none of my close friends were tennis players. Everyone was very welcoming and the coaches didn’t judge the players too quickly. I soon got to know the team and sharpened up on my tennis. I made the team, met some older students and had a great season! -Cecily, 15
 
Training? Remember the basics (and don’t overdo it).
Make sure you stretch before and after and jog at a nice and easy pace. Drink lots of water to keep hydrated and be sure to wear good-fitting running shoes. -Olivia, 14
 
Ask for help.
Don’t feel intimidated. Ask if you don’t understand a drill or exercise! Chances are someone else doesn’t get it either. And if asking the coach is a problem, then feel free to ask another older play—they’ve probably already done the drill the year before. -Anne, 16
 
And 5 other fab tryout tips…
Break in your shoes ahead of time. Go running in your cleats if you have to!
Get tons of sleep. Nerves got you up all night? Eat a banana, read a boring book and get back to bed!
If you make a mistake, quickly fix it and keep going. You’re not gonna be perfect all the time and coaches like to see girls with sticktoitiveness. Be the girl with the great attitude.
Eat right and stay hydrated. Now’s the time to fuel your body (lotsa veggies, fruit, lean proteins and carbs) and drink loads of water.
Be prepared. Make a ginormous check list of everything you might need. From your hair-ties to your cleats, you should be ready. Don’t forget the little things, like an extra pair of socks and sunscreen.

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Some of my comments aren't being posted.Hopefully this one is. I'm 12 and I'm in the 7th grade. In a month I'll be 13. I don't play any sports but i play the viola. So i was thinking maybe i should join one.I've always wanted to play soccer since i was little (my dad really like it) but a year ago i figured i hated it... and i was HORRIBLE at it. I'm bad at volley ball and Basketball too. I've been thinking of what i should join and i narrowed it down to Gymnastics, Dance,Cheerleading (for football or basketball.) I also wanted to ask my parents if i could take swimming lessons for a while cause i cant swim. So i was wondering if i were to join Cheer what should i do to get prepared for try-outs next year? Oh and i was also wondering what i should wear or bring to tryouts. Thanks!

 

Hey girlie, take some dance and tumbling classes to be ready for try outs. When they start giving out information about try outs, they'll probably tell you exactly what to wear and bring so you won't have to worry about it! 


Lauren T.

by justrainbowz on 1/9/2013 7:09:47 PM

 
 



MOD! I would really like to join sports in high school, preferably tennis and soccer. I haven't played on a team in a while, but I want to. How can I get ready? Also, being in a sport costs alot, so should I help pay? Thanks so much!!! Smile




hey! talk to your parents and see what they say about the money. train with some friends maybe?  
Helen S.

by Music_4_Life on 3/18/2011 7:53:40 PM

 
 

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I really want to play basketball again, ( i played last year, but not this year.) so what are some ways I can get better for next season? Its next december. Thanks!




Hey girl, I'd suggest talking to the coach at your school for suggestions -- they've seen you play so they know what you need to work on. In general too, I'd stick to cardio training, jogging for example, to help your endurance on the court.

xoxo  
Alyssa B.

by hawaiiancherry on 1/25/2011 9:09:22 PM

 
 

i'm doing school volleyball and the coaches are in the process of picking the teams. i should know what team i'm on probably by tomorrow. this article really helped.

by Sydney on 8/27/2009 12:07:25 PM

 
 

MOD!!
i need a fall/winter sport, cuz (1) theres no fall softball this year and (2) even when there is fall ball, it ends early & the spring season starts late. sooo.. I play softball & ride horses, so what winter sports do you think ill like?
thank you!




Hey babe,

The only way to know is to try some out!

xoxo Allie
Allie S.

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by musicrox on 8/16/2009 11:42:26 AM

 
 

~Alyssa

thank you!!!

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by Eilsel516 on 8/16/2009 12:29:14 AM

 
 

~*~MOD~*~
I just have a quick question. I'm starting soccer soon (monday i think) and I haven't played for over a year. I stopped because of the horrible cramps I used to get. Now I think they won't be as bad (i switched to figure skating when i stopped and did a little running over the summer)We stretch before every practice, but I still get them sometimes. Any tips on how I can not get them as much?
~Thanks!
~Eilsel516




Hey girl, while there's no way to stop getting cramps completely, there are ways to make them go away faster. Try gently massaging the area where the cramp is or stretching the area until the cramp stops. In terms of prevention, stretching is a sure way to do so. Be sure to stretch before you exercise each time to help your muscles. If your cramps are severe and just won't go away, try talking to a doc. They'll know exactly what to do and might have some techniques or medication that will help you.

xoxo
Alyssa B.

by Eilsel516 on 8/16/2009 12:16:30 AM

 
 

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by Ecvolleyball88 on 8/15/2009 11:46:00 PM

 
 

These are great tips!! I rlly like the one about not being scared to ask for help, so true

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by SportyGal on 8/15/2009 7:20:43 PM

 
 

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by i_rock_big_socks!!!!! on 8/15/2009 3:42:26 PM

 
 

MODMOD-i wanna try out 4 cheerleading and i think i have a good chance of making the squad (im flexible, enthuasiastic, and would make a good flyer), but my mom doesnt want me 2 try out. im involved in community theater so she says wat about when a game or practice falls on the same day as the rehersal but the play is over in early october so sports would just b starting so ow can i convince her so that she will let me try out???
thanx




Hey girl! I would suggest sitting down and talking to her about how much you want to try out for cheerleading. If you want, you could even make a list of all of the reasons you want to and why you think you would be great at it and then present it to her. It sounds like her concern is that you made a commitment to the theatre and so you have to stick with that. Tell her  that cheerleading is something you've always wanted to try. If during tryouts you hate it, you can always choose to not try out for the team. However, this is something you've always wanted to try and you'll regret at least not trying to go out for it. 

xx katy 
Katy J.

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by CLUB GLAMOUROUS! on 8/15/2009 12:16:21 AM

 
 

sweet! im using these for tryouts next year! Smile

by sweetchic1116 on 8/14/2009 11:55:02 PM

 
 

--MOD-- I'm going to try-out 4 soccer team. But I'm don't even know how 2 play! What should I do? Plus I don't have the equipment! I have little time to do much exercise.

 

Hey girly, well now is the time to hit the field with a ball. Practice kicking and drilling the ball on your knee. Practice running and jogging. Look up some soccer tutorials online too! Since you don't have any equipment grab any ball you can find and throw on some shorts and tennis! Hope this helps!

Lynae P.

by bunnyclown10 on 8/14/2009 10:39:22 PM

 
 

MODD!!! im trying out for drill team this fall (mixed dance/cheer i guess) is there any kind of workouts i can do to help get in shape for it? THNX! xoxoxo =D

 

Hey girly, try doing lots of leg workouts, like lunges and running. Also do general workouts like juming jacks and sit ups. Don't forget to exercise from head to toe and with good posture!

Lynae P.

by ilovecamprockncb on 8/14/2009 9:40:38 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD I want to try out for cheerleading and my mom says I can, but I've never done cheerleading or gymnastics or any other sports in my life. I'm already in high school and my mom can't afford tumbling lessons. Should I even bother to try out?

 

Hey chicky, ever heard the phrase "It's worth a try!" ?Well it's so true. You'll never know what will happen if you don't try. Cheerleading isn't only about tumbling, there are flips and splits and lots of energy. So blow them away with some school spirit and confidence!

Lynae P.

by kittychic on 8/14/2009 9:26:22 PM

 
 

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by sustainia on 8/14/2009 8:46:01 PM

 
 

Good advice!! I don't play a fall sport, but these are good tips for track and lacrosse =]

by hello x beautiful 94 on 8/14/2009 8:25:19 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD
im confused. one girl asked a mod if you can win more than once (the giveaways). she said yep! if you win one month you can win the next cuz its drawn at random. that was lynae. but bria said you cant win more than once in A YEAR!
MOD !! plz figure this out cuz im getting frustrated! im sorry for sounding selfish but i really wanna win once in my life and am confused.
btw how do you get your prize? is it mailed to you?




Hey babe,

I've only helped pick prizes once, but the way I understand it is that we try not to let the same person win within a year of winning before. Your prize will be mailed to you.

xoxo Allie
Allie S.

by periodworrier17 on 8/14/2009 8:05:26 PM

 
 

I love these tips! sometimes i feel scared to tryout because people make fun of you don't make it/

by silviakhanoukaev44 on 8/14/2009 7:49:33 PM

 
 

Thanks mod! For that and also the other thing on the other article Smile I'll def try to drink more water (and I love those little lemonade/ice tea packets for water bottles. My favorite one, unfortunately, stains your lips, teeth, tongue, and pretty much any surface it touches, so I won't drink it in school because, well, I don't like looking like my teeth are bleeding). It was one of my goals for the year, to drink more water, anyhow. I guess this just means I really need to do it (cuz I wanna snack right now. Chocolate sounds good... but I don;t think they make sugar packets that are chocolate flavored for water bottles...)

by XoxoXoxoX on 8/14/2009 7:17:22 PM

 
 

Hey, mod, have a sec? This is a quickie.
I'm a snacker. I like to snack all the time, just for flavor, just to have some sort of taste in my mouth. I have friends that do that, too, and they control it by chewing gum, which they've been able to train their body into meaning "meal's over. Here's a flavor to settle down". But I have braces and have gotten in trouble before for chewing with them on. Any suggestions on what to do instead? I'd love to try mints, but I can go through a container in two days. PS I get the braces off in a few months, I just need something until then. I love gum!




Hey babe,

sometimes when your body just wants flavor it's trying to tell you that it's thirsty. Try drinking something with a lot of flavor, like juice. You can also try a mint that you have to suck on more so it'll last longer, even lollipops if it's only for a few months.

xoxo Allie
Allie S.

by XoxoXoxoX on 8/14/2009 7:11:01 PM

 
 

~~~MOD~~~ I'm trying out for cheerleading this fall. I've done gymnastics for a few years, but still nedd to tone up a bit. Can you suggest anything? And will some yoga help at all? Thank you!!!




Hey babe,

Yoga is great for toning and flexibility, I bet that will be really helpful. Try some jumping too, for cardio.

xoxo Allie
Allie S.

by brookedafer on 8/14/2009 6:42:23 PM

 
 

I go to a small school, so I don't really have to try out. We sort of had an unofficial try out whether we were on varsity, JV, or C-squad, but it was pretty much just coaches watching us during a practice/camp thing earlier this summer.

by ash_bash08 on 8/14/2009 6:38:53 PM

 
 

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thanks! it hurts more on the left side like really bad pain. im on like 5 meds cuz im sick and ones a steroid that makes me nausus if i dont pig out and it makes me really hungry and thirsty and hyper and awake. my mom takes it b4 her sryinge and we both watch tv together late at night when we dont fall asleep lol. so thats prob why. last Q im sorry Frown
but.........
any suggestions for the perfect backpack from target? i really like jansport but i need brands and types that aren't rolly and fit plenty of stuff.




Hey babe, 

Pretty much every company that makes backpacks makes them without wheels and it plenty of different sizes. Just check out what they have there.

xoxo Allie
Allie S.

by periodworrier17 on 8/14/2009 6:06:30 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD
thanks! and my lower back constantly hurts.
we dont have heating pads and no one can give me massages or things. my mom cant use both her hands, my lil sis is just bratty- doesnt wanna help me and my dad is always out and busy with the fam bussiness.
HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! btw with taking a bath not an option. plz give me any remedies or things i should buy or try!
THANKS!




Hey babe,

Try lying flat on the floor on your back and relaxing. It might help with your lower back.

xoxo Allie
Allie S.

by periodworrier17 on 8/14/2009 5:55:06 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD
any tips for getting myself detattached to lil stuff? like i wont throw out the stupidest things!
i swear its crazy!
and any tips for organizing stuff like on display shelves??
thanks! Smile
you mods rock Tong ~danielle~




Hey babe,

It's okay to feel attached to small things, and keeping them on display will really help keep them from looking cluttered. shadow boxes are a great idea for a lot of little things. 

xoxo Allie
Allie S.

by periodworrier17 on 8/14/2009 5:41:57 PM

 
 

**********MODERATORS!****************
im feeling REALLY lazy and sad latley idk why and how to make it stop!
and i depressed or something
********MODERATORS!**************




Hey babe,

That's tough. Try to get out and get active. Exercising releases hormones that you make you feel happier and give you more energy and might help you feel better. If not, you might want to talk to your parents about seeing someone to talk about how you're feeling.

xoxo Allie
Allie S.

by live life love life cuz you only have 1 life on 8/14/2009 5:31:00 PM

 
 

lol i've heard that eating bananas calm ur nerves before! lol

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by *Club Chef* on 8/14/2009 4:39:06 PM

 
 

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my mom wants me to do a sport and i want to also but i cant find one that ill stick w/ like i already tried softball, soccer and karate i liked karate but i dont like to go to every meet thing i liked the sparring part it was fun. i do golf and im sticking w/ that but i can only do that in the summer. i like to run but im not that fast and get tired easy when i do run and i also like to bike in the trails behind my house. im really have trouble sticking with doing sports and i dont know what one i should do. any suggestions? thank you!




Hey babe,

It sounds like you've tried a lot of things! You don't have to have just one that you do all the time. You can do them all in rotation, or you can keep looking for new sports that you haven't tried. There might be one that's perfect for you!

xoxo Allie
Allie S.

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by 4fact on 8/14/2009 4:01:01 PM

 
 

great tips! I'm trying out for HS swim team!

by Swimlover4life on 8/14/2009 3:52:10 PM

 
 

These are pretty good tips. GOod luck everybody!

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by varsityFHplaya141 on 8/14/2009 3:30:45 PM

 
 

I am good with all these things except I have to run 2 miles in 15 mins for soccer tryouts and right now i run 1 mile in 13 mins!! help!!


if anyone has any running tips PLEASE PLEASE post them on my profile thank you!!!!

by serafinasunshine23 on 8/14/2009 3:23:17 PM

 
 


Those r great tips! Iam going 2 tryout 4 the volleyball team so this will help plenty!

by samigurl on 8/14/2009 3:09:47 PM

 
 

gooood tips!!!!!!!!!!!!!

by anno on 8/14/2009 2:21:40 PM

 
 

MOD!
i love the tips! would these still work if your tryouts are the spring??




Yep chica, they def would! Smile 
Lynae P.

by bl0ndiegrl1 on 8/14/2009 2:02:52 PM

 
 

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hey there! ok im going into high school and on our schedule it says we only have gym for one quarter!! and mines 4th quarter! i think thats wrong, i mean with all this obesity and all but still. i do tumbling like every tuesday and i might start taking it anouther day but i havnt asked about that yet. but i was wondering, what are some ways i can make up for gym class during the school gym?? because i dont have gym until 4th quarter! thanks!!




Hey girl,

Talk to a guidance counselor to get it straightened out or start up some of the workouts on GLife!
Caitlin R.

by bl0ndiegrl1 on 8/14/2009 2:00:18 PM

 
 

******mod******
i think the words got switched around in that....
shouldnt it be "just going out for JV, or hopin' to make varsity" cuz varsity is the better team and JV is junior varsity

by Xxemo.angelxX on 8/14/2009 1:50:38 PM

 
 

Awesome! I have a tryout tommorrow so this is great! Thanks GL!

by smsdance on 8/14/2009 1:46:37 PM

 
 

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hi! i hope you're having a good day! my problem is i just dont like sports! i hate fighting a bunch of people for a soccer ball and being scared that they will kick my shins instead. like once, a ball hit me right in the face. i got a fat lip and fell to the ground and everything. im not a fast runner, im not flexible. i just dont like sports. i am active though. my dad just got a peddle-boat, and we peddle it all around a lake which is great excercise. is it ok not to have a sport?

 

Hey girly, yea its def okay to not be into sports. There are so many different activities to do beside playing sports. So give some other things a try!

Lynae P.

by annbug on 8/14/2009 1:41:33 PM

 
 

Those are really good tips! I'm thinking about trying out for club volleyball with a few of my friends. I'm a little nervous about it because 3 of my friends made the team last year and I don't want 2 be embarrassed if they make it and I don't, lol! But luckily we still have a few months until tryouts so I can practice more. Smile

by ShopperSoccerGurl on 8/14/2009 1:36:29 PM

 
 

haha nicely done becca! iloveyou girl!

by frappuccinofreak on 8/14/2009 1:28:01 PM

 
 

those are great tips.

by *Laffy_Taffy_17* on 8/14/2009 1:13:38 PM

 
 

I'm doing fall cheerleading! Which means I got to do stuff more like stretching and jumps to get excited!


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