It is important that you keep working hard during your senior year in the classroom and in the gym. Some student-athletes that have verbally committed and/or signed with a school feel it is the time relax since the recruiting process is over. This is actually the worst time to relax, and the best time to work harder in order to prepare for playing in college. Becoming a student-athlete in college will bring enough stress without the added stress of being unprepared.
Things to remember:
1. You will soon be one of the youngest players on the team. You will be playing with and against women that may be at least 4 years older than you. They have more experience at that level, are physically stronger, and all know how to compete.
2. You will not see playing time if you can’t get the job done. You may have been the best player on your club team and/or on your high school team, but now you have to prove you belong on the court.
3. Coming into fall double day practices out of shape is a horrible plan. It is embarrassing and you will wish you had worked harder your senior year.
4. You will have to take a minimum of 12 credit hours along with your practice, play, and travel schedule. This schedule is stressful and you will need all the stamina you have.
5. Your college coaches want to win, and in order to do this, they will work the team as hard as they have to.
6. You have to graduate from high school to become a collegiate student-athlete. Keep your grades up and work hard in the classroom.
7. Be aware all any and all summer conditioning expectations. If you are given a physical training manual/program, follow it exactly as it is written.
