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Frequently Asked Questions
 
Who may tryout for CHS volleyball?
Rising 9th through 12th grade girls who have applied and been
admitted to Columbus High School.
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?
August 1st 2011
9:00am-2:00pm at CHS Gym
 
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.
Summer Open Gyms begin May 31st. 
Typically freshman Open Gym is two nights per week -
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00pm-8:30pm.  Summer calendar will
be posted on our website home page.
 
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 accepted and are admitted 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:  Auburn, Georgia Tech, Emory University
 
When is volleyball season?
Volleyball season begins August 1st. The Freshman and JV seasons
finish the first week of October. The Varsity season lasts until the
end of October.
 
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 3:45 to 5:30pm.  Varsity practices are from 4:15-6:30pm.
CHS volleyball requires a serious commitment by all team members.
Most of our athletes are 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 ~$250.
CHS volleyball will provide your jersey.
 
Do you have other questions?
We will be glad to answer them! Email Coach Fleming at