Volleyball is so much a part of me and my life. I honestly don't remember what it was like to not be playing, whether
it was for club(comp) or school. I have just finished playing two years of college ball and I really would love to play two more years. Unfortunately, the college I am going to doesn't have any openings... I am DYING!!! I've had some serious withdrawl issues!! I am usually very in control of my emotions and a patient person when it comes to getting annoyed, but a few weeks ago I was so bratty. I couldn't figure out why I was getting so annoyed about stupid little things. Then at practice one day I was playing against my team and Jesslynn was over helping out. While we schrimaged I had so much fun. It was like I was back in high school playing with my sisters (both biological and not). I came to the conclusion that night that I need volleyball in my life. It is one of my biggest passions on this earth. I have learn some of life's greatest lesson's while on the court and with my various teams. I have gained confidence and happiness that I couldn't have gotten anywhere else!! As I have said before I am one of the shyest person you can meet. But get me on the court and I won't stop talking. I get such an adrenaline high from the moment I make contact with the ball. If it were at all realistic for me to play for the rest of my life on a competetive team I would.
Being a coach has made me realize how much energy and passion I have for this wonderful sport. I have a few girls that struggle with the energy part of athletics. I can't teach them desire, heart, or passion. I have to urge them to find it themselves and sit by while they try to find that key to the game. They are young girls (almost 15) and so maybe it is because they are young. They certainly have more dedication then almost every player I know. They come and play outside of the practice times. A few of the girls even tell me about the volleyball dreams they have. My team now needs to show that dedication and hard work on the court through their energy. I am confident that they will beat every team they play if they bring that drive and passion on the court.
One of my most favorite quotes is this:
I believe in Pure Volleyball. Attitude + Altitude = Success. The team with the most floor burns wins! I believe in hardwood courts. Forget the coin toss, I want to see a joust for serve. I believe nothing easy is worth having. Be the player that digs balls in hitter's alley, not a poser in knee pads. I like the let serve, or any good tape shot that runs down the net. A chip in the corner? Sure, but leave the Dinx at home. Hit the ball or hit the road. Believe.
it was for club(comp) or school. I have just finished playing two years of college ball and I really would love to play two more years. Unfortunately, the college I am going to doesn't have any openings... I am DYING!!! I've had some serious withdrawl issues!! I am usually very in control of my emotions and a patient person when it comes to getting annoyed, but a few weeks ago I was so bratty. I couldn't figure out why I was getting so annoyed about stupid little things. Then at practice one day I was playing against my team and Jesslynn was over helping out. While we schrimaged I had so much fun. It was like I was back in high school playing with my sisters (both biological and not). I came to the conclusion that night that I need volleyball in my life. It is one of my biggest passions on this earth. I have learn some of life's greatest lesson's while on the court and with my various teams. I have gained confidence and happiness that I couldn't have gotten anywhere else!! As I have said before I am one of the shyest person you can meet. But get me on the court and I won't stop talking. I get such an adrenaline high from the moment I make contact with the ball. If it were at all realistic for me to play for the rest of my life on a competetive team I would.Being a coach has made me realize how much energy and passion I have for this wonderful sport. I have a few girls that struggle with the energy part of athletics. I can't teach them desire, heart, or passion. I have to urge them to find it themselves and sit by while they try to find that key to the game. They are young girls (almost 15) and so maybe it is because they are young. They certainly have more dedication then almost every player I know. They come and play outside of the practice times. A few of the girls even tell me about the volleyball dreams they have. My team now needs to show that dedication and hard work on the court through their energy. I am confident that they will beat every team they play if they bring that drive and passion on the court.
One of my most favorite quotes is this:
I believe in Pure Volleyball. Attitude + Altitude = Success. The team with the most floor burns wins! I believe in hardwood courts. Forget the coin toss, I want to see a joust for serve. I believe nothing easy is worth having. Be the player that digs balls in hitter's alley, not a poser in knee pads. I like the let serve, or any good tape shot that runs down the net. A chip in the corner? Sure, but leave the Dinx at home. Hit the ball or hit the road. Believe.
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