Hi Ladies! Congrats on making the volleyball team!
Just a reminder of our practice times:
JV: (M/T/TH) 3:30-5:00
(W) 2:30-4:00
VAR: (M/T/TH) 4:30-6:00
(W) 3:30-5:00
JV/VAR: (F) 4:00-5:30.
*These practices are contingent upon whether or not we have HOME football games. If there is a home football game, there will be no practice.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Reminder
Ladies,
This is a reminder that although there are not many of you trying out, until September 2nd, you are still being judged. I am particularly addressing the girls trying out for Varsity, because now is not the time to become over-confident. I understand that you are familiar with us coaches, but we are still judging you and looking at how you act not only toward your fellow ladies trying out, but how you treat the newcomers as well.
Many of you have taken to being rude to the JV girls trying out (ie, yelling at them as opposed to giving constructive criticism) and I personally do not look upon this with approval. You are ALL susceptible to either being cut or being put on JV, and being rude to your possibly future teammates is not constructive, and does not make you look good in comparison.
Please keep this in mind in the upcoming tryout days as well as if and when you do earn a spot on the team.
This is a reminder that although there are not many of you trying out, until September 2nd, you are still being judged. I am particularly addressing the girls trying out for Varsity, because now is not the time to become over-confident. I understand that you are familiar with us coaches, but we are still judging you and looking at how you act not only toward your fellow ladies trying out, but how you treat the newcomers as well.
Many of you have taken to being rude to the JV girls trying out (ie, yelling at them as opposed to giving constructive criticism) and I personally do not look upon this with approval. You are ALL susceptible to either being cut or being put on JV, and being rude to your possibly future teammates is not constructive, and does not make you look good in comparison.
Please keep this in mind in the upcoming tryout days as well as if and when you do earn a spot on the team.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Tryouts Continued...
Hello Ladies,
Sorry for my tardiness at tryouts, my situation couldn't be helped. But I'd like to thank you guys for hanging in there. Just a reminder, the tryouts will be separated tomorrow as well as for the remainder of tryouts, with JV at 3:30-4:30, and Varsity at 4:30-5:30.
Some pointers:
-Be aggressive! Although you are trying out to be on a team, remember that during tryouts, the girl next to you is your competition. You must make an effort to stand out and go for the ball, don't worry about what others think of you.
-Don't hesitate. If you're having trouble with a drill or have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us to teach you. Some one-on-one help may be the key to your improvement. It will also show us that you are trainable and are willing to learn if you don't understand.
-Gain confidence. All of you have the potential and the ambition, but you need to have confidence in yourselves. Don't think too much about whether or not you'll mess up, because it's a lot better to try and to mess up, rather than to not try at all. Apprehension and doubt are the first things we recognize in working with you, so try to be confident in all your moves.
-Shake it off! This is probably the most important thing. Don't be defeated just because you messed up on the last play, we all make mistakes. The important thing is that you learn from your mistakes, and improve.
Last but not least, DO YOUR BEST! We will be making a cut by the end of this week, so you need to show us that you have skills to go along with all your potential.
Good Luck!
Sorry for my tardiness at tryouts, my situation couldn't be helped. But I'd like to thank you guys for hanging in there. Just a reminder, the tryouts will be separated tomorrow as well as for the remainder of tryouts, with JV at 3:30-4:30, and Varsity at 4:30-5:30.
Some pointers:
-Be aggressive! Although you are trying out to be on a team, remember that during tryouts, the girl next to you is your competition. You must make an effort to stand out and go for the ball, don't worry about what others think of you.
-Don't hesitate. If you're having trouble with a drill or have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us to teach you. Some one-on-one help may be the key to your improvement. It will also show us that you are trainable and are willing to learn if you don't understand.
-Gain confidence. All of you have the potential and the ambition, but you need to have confidence in yourselves. Don't think too much about whether or not you'll mess up, because it's a lot better to try and to mess up, rather than to not try at all. Apprehension and doubt are the first things we recognize in working with you, so try to be confident in all your moves.
-Shake it off! This is probably the most important thing. Don't be defeated just because you messed up on the last play, we all make mistakes. The important thing is that you learn from your mistakes, and improve.
Last but not least, DO YOUR BEST! We will be making a cut by the end of this week, so you need to show us that you have skills to go along with all your potential.
Good Luck!
Friday, August 21, 2009
Yay! Tryouts are here!
Hello Everyone,
Well, it has finally come: TRYOUTS.
Tryouts are starting on Monday, August 24th (that's right, the day before school starts)and will be held at the PVHS gym from 3:30-5:30pm. Tryouts will be held until Wednesday, September 2, from 3:30-5:30 all days. However, just because tryouts are for over a week is no excuse for you to not show up on any given day. We will only remember those girls that we see often, so it is imperative that you come on ALL DAYS. Depending on our turnout, we might be splitting the tryout between JV and Varsity, but for the meantime, it will be a cumulative tryout.
You must have your physical to tryout, NO EXCEPTIONS. If you don't have a physical, do not come to tryouts until you do. Likewise, you must have at least a 2.0 GPA from the last Spring semester, or have made up any failing grades in summer school. If you don't make grades, do not bother showing up.
Please come prepared in workout attire, shoes with grip and ankle support, and bring kneepads if you need/have them, and bring water.
We will be working on all kinds of ball handling, including passing, hitting, setting, and serving, so be prepared and come with a positive attitude. It is EXTREMELY important that you are aggressive and assertive, because it is more likely that we will remember you if you stand out. You need to come out strong, because we may be making more than one cut before the end of tryouts.
I would personally like to thank all the girls who have been consistent in coming to conditioning throughout the summer, your work has not gone unnoticed.
I wish you all the best of luck and see you on Monday!
If you have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to post to the blog or to contact me, Laura Cooper, or Keith Cruz.
Well, it has finally come: TRYOUTS.
Tryouts are starting on Monday, August 24th (that's right, the day before school starts)and will be held at the PVHS gym from 3:30-5:30pm. Tryouts will be held until Wednesday, September 2, from 3:30-5:30 all days. However, just because tryouts are for over a week is no excuse for you to not show up on any given day. We will only remember those girls that we see often, so it is imperative that you come on ALL DAYS. Depending on our turnout, we might be splitting the tryout between JV and Varsity, but for the meantime, it will be a cumulative tryout.
You must have your physical to tryout, NO EXCEPTIONS. If you don't have a physical, do not come to tryouts until you do. Likewise, you must have at least a 2.0 GPA from the last Spring semester, or have made up any failing grades in summer school. If you don't make grades, do not bother showing up.
Please come prepared in workout attire, shoes with grip and ankle support, and bring kneepads if you need/have them, and bring water.
We will be working on all kinds of ball handling, including passing, hitting, setting, and serving, so be prepared and come with a positive attitude. It is EXTREMELY important that you are aggressive and assertive, because it is more likely that we will remember you if you stand out. You need to come out strong, because we may be making more than one cut before the end of tryouts.
I would personally like to thank all the girls who have been consistent in coming to conditioning throughout the summer, your work has not gone unnoticed.
I wish you all the best of luck and see you on Monday!
If you have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to post to the blog or to contact me, Laura Cooper, or Keith Cruz.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Ball Handling Time
Hi Ladies,
As you know, we don't have the PVHS gym, and the CCC director hasn't gotten back to me yet. So, for the time being, we will be practicing in the aerobics room. We will meet at the field first, and then head over to the aerobics room after we've warmed up on the track. This will be from 9am-11am. Thanks again to all of you who have religiously been showing up and showing your dedication.
As you know, we don't have the PVHS gym, and the CCC director hasn't gotten back to me yet. So, for the time being, we will be practicing in the aerobics room. We will meet at the field first, and then head over to the aerobics room after we've warmed up on the track. This will be from 9am-11am. Thanks again to all of you who have religiously been showing up and showing your dedication.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Gym Time
Hello Ladies,
I know I previously posted that we will be having gym time the week of August 17-21, but at the moment we are unable to produce a definitive time and place due to the fact that our floors are getting redone. I will post the schedule as soon as Ms. Cooper and I get things straighten things out.
Fundraiser: We will be having a Jamba Juice fundraiser on August 21 (Friday) from 12-4pm, and August 23 (Sunday) from 1-5pm. Flyers will be handed out at walk-through and orientation, but to ensure that we make as much funds as possible, we need some volunteers to stand outside of Jamba Juice handing out the flyers to every customer those days/times. We will be revisiting this topic later next week, but I wanted to let you ahead of time.
Don't hesitate to contact me or Ms. Cooper if you have any questions.
I know I previously posted that we will be having gym time the week of August 17-21, but at the moment we are unable to produce a definitive time and place due to the fact that our floors are getting redone. I will post the schedule as soon as Ms. Cooper and I get things straighten things out.
Fundraiser: We will be having a Jamba Juice fundraiser on August 21 (Friday) from 12-4pm, and August 23 (Sunday) from 1-5pm. Flyers will be handed out at walk-through and orientation, but to ensure that we make as much funds as possible, we need some volunteers to stand outside of Jamba Juice handing out the flyers to every customer those days/times. We will be revisiting this topic later next week, but I wanted to let you ahead of time.
Don't hesitate to contact me or Ms. Cooper if you have any questions.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Reminder
Just a reminder:
Conditioning next week (August 3-August 7) will be 9:00-10:30am at the PVHS field.
Note to returning players: Please try your best to show up to conditioning, whether it is conditioning at the field or in the gym later in the summer. Your spots ARE NOT secure in the least.
Conditioning next week (August 3-August 7) will be 9:00-10:30am at the PVHS field.
Note to returning players: Please try your best to show up to conditioning, whether it is conditioning at the field or in the gym later in the summer. Your spots ARE NOT secure in the least.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Time Change
Hi Ladies,
Due to scheduling differences, conditioning on Friday, July 31, will be at 6:30-8:00pm instead of 9:00am-10:30am
Due to scheduling differences, conditioning on Friday, July 31, will be at 6:30-8:00pm instead of 9:00am-10:30am
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Friday, July 17, 2009
Conditioning Schedule
Hi Ladies,
First and foremost, I'd like to thank those of you who have made an effort to come out and condition, Michelle and I really appreciate your dedication.
Here is the schedule that we will be going by until further notice. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.
July 20th-July 24th: 6:30pm-8:00pm
July 27th-August 14th: 9:00am-10:30am
August 17th-August 21st: 9:00am-11:00am
This week, conditioning will be in the gym; we will start to work on your ball handling skills. Make sure you are wearing proper gym attire, and if you need them, bring knee pads. You must have your physical filled out at this time. If you don't have your physical done, you CANNOT participate. NO EXCEPTIONS.
August 24th-September 2nd: Week of tryouts. Time TBA
Start thinking about which team you want to try out for. The tryouts will be split between JV and Varsity; JV the first hour, and Varsity the second. Halfway through the week of tryouts, we will shuffle you around to different teams if need be. More information will be given in the beginning/middle of August.
First and foremost, I'd like to thank those of you who have made an effort to come out and condition, Michelle and I really appreciate your dedication.
Here is the schedule that we will be going by until further notice. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.
July 20th-July 24th: 6:30pm-8:00pm
July 27th-August 14th: 9:00am-10:30am
August 17th-August 21st: 9:00am-11:00am
This week, conditioning will be in the gym; we will start to work on your ball handling skills. Make sure you are wearing proper gym attire, and if you need them, bring knee pads. You must have your physical filled out at this time. If you don't have your physical done, you CANNOT participate. NO EXCEPTIONS.
August 24th-September 2nd: Week of tryouts. Time TBA
Start thinking about which team you want to try out for. The tryouts will be split between JV and Varsity; JV the first hour, and Varsity the second. Halfway through the week of tryouts, we will shuffle you around to different teams if need be. More information will be given in the beginning/middle of August.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Thursday Time Change
Practice for Thursday, July 16th has been re-scheduled from 10am to 4:30pm. Practice on Friday will remain the same. I will have next week's schedule posted by Friday night.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Reminders
Reminder: TRY-OUTS- Start on August 17, time TBA. A medical form signed by your doctor and parent (3 places) must be turned in BEFORE you can try-out. The sooner you are able to show the coaches your ball handling skills the better.
CONDITIONING: No physical is needed for conditioning and is open to all girls who are interested in building strength and stamina. Though it it not required it is highly valuable to all who participate. Remember-no heavy meals beforehand!! Bring lots of water or gatorade is very important.
GRADES: you should have received your report cards by now. Your GPA is figured on the 4th quarter not the semester. Summer school, if taken, will be used to get your GPA.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR: We look at your performance, and the effort you put into becoming a better player. Attendance to all days of try-outs is very important so we can see how serious you are in the team. We also look for players who have a lot of drive and that are teachable. Everyone earns their spot on the team even the returning players.
Good luck to all.
Coach Laura Cooper
CONDITIONING: No physical is needed for conditioning and is open to all girls who are interested in building strength and stamina. Though it it not required it is highly valuable to all who participate. Remember-no heavy meals beforehand!! Bring lots of water or gatorade is very important.
GRADES: you should have received your report cards by now. Your GPA is figured on the 4th quarter not the semester. Summer school, if taken, will be used to get your GPA.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR: We look at your performance, and the effort you put into becoming a better player. Attendance to all days of try-outs is very important so we can see how serious you are in the team. We also look for players who have a lot of drive and that are teachable. Everyone earns their spot on the team even the returning players.
Good luck to all.
Coach Laura Cooper
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Volleyball Conditioning
Hi Everyone,
From now on, any new information concerning volleyball will be posted on this blog, so please make sure to invite anyone that is interested in playing. Don't hesitate to post any questions or concerns. To get a more immediate answer, feel free to contact me or Laura Cooper.
The conditioning schedule isn't quite set in stone for the rest of the summer, but for the time being, here is the tentative schedule for the upcoming week. Until further notice, conditioning will be held at the PVHS field. Please make sure you are dressed in appropriate work out clothes and comfortable shoes. Likewise, bring water and any other things you may need (inhaler, etc.). Conditioning will be about an hour long. Adriana Avila will be orchestrating conditioning until July 27th, so any questions can also be directed to her.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009- 10:00am
Thursday, July 16, 2009- 10:00am
Friday, July 17, 2009- 6:30pm
If anyone needs a ride, Adriana is willing to give rides to those who live in the San Pablo, Richmond, or El Sobrante area.
Please check back for any updates.
That's all for now and thanks!
From now on, any new information concerning volleyball will be posted on this blog, so please make sure to invite anyone that is interested in playing. Don't hesitate to post any questions or concerns. To get a more immediate answer, feel free to contact me or Laura Cooper.
The conditioning schedule isn't quite set in stone for the rest of the summer, but for the time being, here is the tentative schedule for the upcoming week. Until further notice, conditioning will be held at the PVHS field. Please make sure you are dressed in appropriate work out clothes and comfortable shoes. Likewise, bring water and any other things you may need (inhaler, etc.). Conditioning will be about an hour long. Adriana Avila will be orchestrating conditioning until July 27th, so any questions can also be directed to her.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009- 10:00am
Thursday, July 16, 2009- 10:00am
Friday, July 17, 2009- 6:30pm
If anyone needs a ride, Adriana is willing to give rides to those who live in the San Pablo, Richmond, or El Sobrante area.
Please check back for any updates.
That's all for now and thanks!
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