Trying out for the volleyball team can be a stressful experience.

You likely don’t know too many, if any, of the other people in the group, so there probably won’t be anyone there to support you. And then you’re expected to prove that you have what it takes to make the team in just a few sessions.

It can be hard to perform at your best when you’re under this amount of pressure. But don’t fear. Follow these tips to give yourself a head start and the best possible chance of making the team.

Be Prepared

“If you fail to prepare, you prepare to fail.” Yes, it’s a cliché, but there’s a reason why it’s a cliché – it’s completely true. Volleyball tryouts are stressful enough without being fully prepared.