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What Coaches Really Want: The Ultimate Guide to Tryout Success

Amateur athletes should consider going to tryouts. Dream big or go home. Tryouts provide a platform for amateur athletes to demonstrate their abilities in front of coaches and potentially earn a spot on a team. Even if an athlete doesn’t make the team, tryouts can still be a valuable learning experience. Coaches may offer feedback on areas that need improvement, which can help the athlete to develop their skills and improve for future tryouts.

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Hockey, Photo by Markus Spiske

Tryouts offer amateur athletes the chance to compete against other players who are trying to earn a spot on the same team. This can help athletes to better understand the level of competition they will be facing in their sport. Going to tryouts can help athletes build confidence and resilience, as well as develop skills such as communication, teamwork, and leadership.

Attending tryouts can provide a range of benefits for amateur athletes, including the opportunity to showcase their skills, learn, compete, build camaraderie, and grow personally.

The key factors coaches look for in tryouts

Coaches typically look for a range of skills and qualities during tryouts to assess whether a player would be a good fit for their team. Some of the things that coaches might be looking for at tryouts include:

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Lacrosse, Photo by Gene Gallin
  1. Skill level: Coaches will evaluate a player’s skill level in their sport, including things like passing, shooting, dribbling, catching, and throwing.
  2. Physical ability: Coaches may also look at a player’s physical attributes, such as speed, agility, strength, and endurance.
  3. Attitude: Coaches want players who have a positive attitude and are willing to work hard and learn from their mistakes.
  4. Coachability: Coaches also look for players who are coachable and can take direction well.
  5. Communication: Good communication skills are important in team sports, so coaches may evaluate how well players communicate with their teammates on the field or court.
  6. Teamwork: Coaches want players who are willing to work together as a team and put the team’s goals ahead of their own personal goals.
  7. Potential: Finally, coaches may also look for players who have the potential to improve and develop their skills over time.

Overall, coaches want to build a team of players who can work together effectively, support one another, and ultimately be successful in their sport.


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