Does anyone that is a preteen know someone who is not in a team.(soccer,basketball,volleyball...)? ...?
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Well I am not a preteen but I was, and I didn't play any sports in middle school. I did however start playing tennis, golf, and cheerleading when I was in high school. What's great about tennis and golf is that no one else is really THAT good, so you're all kind of learning at the same time (exept that one kid thats super good, there's always one, but don't compare yourself). Cheerleading is also great because you can prepare yourself at home. Stretch a lot and practice jumps and the splits and what not so that your ready and limber for try outs. Once you get there you can learn the try out cheers and practice those at home alone too. With figure skating, most girls are pretty good by the time there preteens, but its never ever too late to try something new. I know where you're coming from though. For cheerleading, go to the site below and click on all the different links. It shows you stretches to do and how to get great jumps and cheer stance. Good luck!!!
794375
I played soccer for 14 years before an injury took me out of the game. My favorite time to play was when I was inexperienced. I had the most fun. It didn't matter if I scored a goal on my own team, I was just out there having a good time. You can't walk onto the field and play like Mia Hamm. It takes practice, and the best way to learn is from making mistakes. Go out, and have a good time, and give it your best. Thats all anyone can ask.
875006
Volleyball is great! I'm 12 and I love volleyball! It shows you discipline, sportsmanship, teamwork, and a bunch of other things you would probably need later in life.
1107266
I'm in Houston, but, I visited 2 camps in the Dallas/Ft Worth area to speak to teens such as yourself about pro sports and education. You can find information on these camps, and, many others at KidsCamps.com. and there is also a website exclusively for the Dallas Metroplex called kidsmetroplex.com. Good luck, and, have a safe and fun summer.
760632
How old are your friends?\nWhat area are you in?\n\nNormally any local 'senior' team will be able to point you in the direction for some feeder teams?
571383
just google it, sorry i couldnt be any other help.........oh ya or you could talk to the highschool coachs asking them if they knew any other coaches
467714
A child can participant for five years on a varsity team.  I suggest you check out www.varsity.com  I find it to be a very informative site when my girls started cheering, and still do.
334479
I once read an interview Tim Duncan said he didn't play until junior high.  Can't remember the exact time though.
510388
well, james, how old are you? is there a chance you haven't fully developed?  also, there are lots of sports that don't require size, but are based more on speed and agility.  if you don't like those sports, even lacrosse can be a sport for you.  i once knew a kid who was your size but a bit taller and he was extremely good at faceoffs and earned a college scholarship based on the fact that he was so useful for that one skill.  just practice, practice, practice!
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first join a local soccer asso and volunteer. depending on your experience and skill level, they will place you with an appropriate team. buy a good book/dvd on proper coaching/practice technigues depending on age group. let kids play the game without undue stress and have fun.....
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Try the following Google searches:\n\n\n\n(EDIT: I must say that upon looking at my Google searches, I was surprised that the first few links were about sports teams and not about actual beasts, so I added some criteria to force the search to be more relevant.\n\nAnd for those who say this person's son should be doing this: at least this parent is trying to be involved in his/her child's education. Perhaps his/her son is doing research elsewhere or working on other homework.)
337221
I'm guessing a lot of them...put in applications at different schools, go watch nearby college soccer teams and let the coach know you're interested (perhaps) for playing with their school, and/or ask your coach for suggestions. I'm sure you'll find one.
1039440
ummmmm....  who?  i see if i can find pics tho.\n\n\noh there high school and commuity college players?  i didnt find any vince pics but i found rohan.  sorry best i could do.
879434
Soccer is really fun! You will get to know the girls. Playing sports is a great way to meet other kids! \nBoth me and my brother played sports when younger. We new everyone (we had older sisters), but even for those who did not know people they sure got to know everyone....\nGreat exercise! \nGo for it and have fun!
1118974
Every school district has rules for those types of situations. Some public schools allow home schooled or private school students to participate in sports teams. I would talk to your school counselor to see if your district has something in place or what you could do to initiate something.
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here are a couple to have a look at enjoy\n\nhttp://www.footy4kids.co.uk/\neven though its for kids all ages can adapt to these or the coach can work out an allternitive\n\nhttp://www.joesoccer.com/info/games.html\n\nhttp://www.decatursports.com/soccerdrills.htm\n\nhttp://www.soccerclub.com/training/drills/default.asp\n\ni hope theese are of use to you
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I play every weekend, and im a teen. Your not the only one. I have about 20 other friends that play also.