Michigan has some of the finest amateur sports clubs and organizations in the country. Whether you are looking to play on a team at the recreation, travel or a travel elite level, keep these things in mind:
Parents:
- Don’t be afraid to ask a lot of questions?
- What is the fee? What does the fee cover?
- What is the policy concerning playing time?
- What qualifications does the coach have?
- Will the team be playing in a state tournament?
- How much traveling will be involved? How many
overnights will there be?
- Who is in charge of this club and what is his/her
phone number?
Players:
- Arrive early so you can stretch and won’t feel rushed.
- Don’t focus on other players.
- Don’t try to interpret what the coaches are thinking
or writing down.
- Work hard when you don’t have the ball. Coaches will
evaluate all aspects of your game.
- Forget any mistakes. How you respond to those
mistakes is more important.
- Stay focused. You are there to make the team. You
