For those who are familiar with the term, especially recently, it's the Olympic motto of "Swifter, Higher, Stronger" If you stop to take a moment to think about it, it applies to our Spike Frog athletes as well. Everyone has a standard they to which they wish to excel. No one likes being left behind, especially when it comes to picking teams. We have heard numerous success and failure stories this fall from Middle School and High School tryouts. The majority of our athletes are playing this fall and having a great time on their school teams. We hear of your successes and see evidence of it on the court.
So what's the difference between those who "make" the team and those who don't? Is it genetics--height or speed? Is it talent? Opportunity? Politics? Favorites?
I am fortunate enough to be able to spend time in a NCAA Division III volleyball gym this fall. I spend about 8-12 hours per week there. I've watched the athletes in the gym and thought to myself, "What sets them apart from their friends who played alongside them in High School or Middle School?" So I ask them questions about their background. Over and over again, I get the same answer.
