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Who may tryout for CHS volleyball?
Rising 9th through 12th grade girls who have applied, been
admitted, and are assigned to Columbus High.
We have 3 teams: Freshman, JV, and Varsity. 
A player's skill level determines which team they are on.
Each team has anywhere from 9 to 12 athletes.
 
When are tryouts?
Friday August 1st, 2008 at the CHS gym.
9:00am-12:00noon
 
Must I have a current physical on file to participate?
Absolutely! No athlete may participate in summer open gym
or tryouts without a physical. You may get a physical from your family
doctor or the health department. Physicals are valid for 1 year from
the date administered.
 
What are summer open gyms?
Open gyms are provided for players to improve their volleyball skills
through drills, individual instruction, and practice games.
 
Am I required to attend summer open gyms?
No open gym is mandatory prior to August 1st. However, it is strongly
recommended that you attend in order to improve your skill level and
be prepared for tryouts.
 
When are summer open gyms?
Once you have applied, been admitted, and are assigned to CHS
you may attend summer open gyms.
Contact Coach Fleming for dates and times.
 
Should I attend an individual summer volleyball camp?
Players benefit greatly from attending a volleyball camp. Most
universities offer them. Check their websites for more information.
Suggestions:  Columbus State, Emory University, Georgia Tech
 
When is volleyball season?
Volleyball season begins August 1st. The Freshman and JV seasons
finish the beginning of October. The Varsity season lasts until the
beginning of November.
 
Can I participate in other activities during volleyball season?
If you make the team, we will practice or have matches 5 days
per week.  Freshman and JV teams typically practice after school
from 3:15 to 5:00.  Varsity practices from 4:00-6:30.
CHS volleyball requires a serious commitment by all team members.
Most of our athletes are highly involved in other CHS sports and
activities after volleyball season is over.  We consider it important to
be well rounded both athletically and academically.
 
If I make the team, can I miss practice?
CHS athletes pride themselves in attending all practices.
Attendance at practice affects playing time. 
 
If I make the team, what will I have to pay for?
Your shoes, socks, knee pads, spandex, t-shirts, and athletic bag.
All of these team items will cost ~$200.
CHS Volleyball will provide your jersey.
 
Do you have other questions?
We will be glad to answer them! Email Coach Fleming at