Call Back Question

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A second look, sure I get, because it's hard to judge a kids ability in a two hour tryout especially if the coach hasn't seen the kid play live before. Third time? It sounds like the Coach is unsure and I think you should be unsure too.

 

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Here's a question for everyone out there who maybe much more familiar with the tryout process then me, seeing as how this out first time going through it. Is it common for a team to call a girl back more then one time? What I mean is my daughter went an organizations first tryout and she got invited back. So she went tonight did very well again....and then gets asked to come back again on Sunday.....Is this a normal occurrence? How many times do they need to see a player? Any insights on this would be greatly appreciated. Pm's are okay also or just respond to the thread.

There's no limit to how many girls a coach can see - without an offer from him be sure he isn't limiting the number of teams you can see.

 

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Great advice and answers above. If it were me I would ....

1. Go to multiple tryouts to see where you stand competitively, and hopefully get more offers
2. If you like this team go to third try out
3. Ask them where you stand, ... you like them but need to know if you have an "offer" because you want to make some decisions from among several quality option

In short, 1) communicate, and 2) play the field until you feel confident and happy with a mutual fit/solution.

 

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what happens alot is a girl / family really wants to land a spot on a particualar team, so they go back twice and then a third time - over 3 weeks.. The team is holding off pending a better player come their way, as others have said go to other tryouts, take the spot on one of those teams if that is a good fit... we had a girl two years ago not commit to one of our teams because they went thru the 3 come back game, when they eventually did not make that team, they came back to our coach and they no longer had a spot for her... eventually she landed on a team that she really did not want to play with but needed a team...

You have to ask yourself - how much playing time is my DD really going to get even if they offer on the third tryout... answer, not much.

 

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what happens alot is a girl / family really wants to land a spot on a particualar team, so they go back twice and then a third time - over 3 weeks.. The team is holding off pending a better player come their way, as others have said go to other tryouts, take the spot on one of those teams if that is a good fit... we had a girl two years ago not commit to one of our teams because they went thru the 3 come back game, when they eventually did not make that team, they came back to our coach and they no longer had a spot for her... eventually she landed on a team that she really did not want to play with but needed a team...

You have to ask yourself - how much playing time is my DD really going to get even if they offer on the third tryout... answer, not much.

Now THAT, my friends, is the the perfect answer!!!!!

 

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Doug is right....sometimes parents only hear what they want to hear and convince themselves that well if they want to see her again, that's a good thing (especially if it's a team they want for their kid).

At the older ages, most coaches know who the players are and alot of time, pickups are made over the phone and tryouts are not really necessary because more than likely, you faced that kid earlier that year and she stood out....

Tryouts are a time when most teams hope to find the last couple puzzle pieces....that stud pitcher or speedy middle infielder and those of us that have been around the game know that we could advertise year round for those positions and rarely do they fall in our laps at tryouts!

 

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One call back is fine but more than that is not acceptable.

 

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Along those lines - what is the general time frame between try out and offer? If DD tries out for more than one team - what can one expect in terms of an invitation to join the team? Likewise, how quickly should one be expected to give an answer?

If they like your DD you will probably know before you get out of the parking lot or get a call by the next night. When choosing the best team for your DD, be honest with the coaches. Let them know you are trying out for other teams and you want to gather all your information before you make your decision. They all should understand.

 

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My 2 Cents....
Best rule of thumb - ask "why would you like her to come back?". If the answer doesn't sound right. Do not hesitate to avoid that organization. Bad talking other organizations or explaining ANTHING about a competing team or organization should be avoided by coaches. A coach should be able to "sell" his team and if it isn't what you are looking for, or they are saying yes to make you join. That should all tell you something.... Coaches should explain their philosphy for coaching ( practice and games) in a few sentences. Then they should explain their plans for the year (schedule) and what the plans would be for your DD. Does she want to improve in a position? Play a certain position more? Will they allow that? Every org. and Coach is different. Trust your gut. You will know. If they match your DD and her goals it could be a good fit. I think it is best to see as much of the rest of the team at the tryout as possible. Most players will be excited about seeing the potential teammates. You should have some idea about the organization or team for which you are trying out. Be prepared! The more prepared you are the better questions you can ask. If a return trip will conflict with other tryouts, say so. Don't let them believe you have exhausted your opportunities! There are many opportuniuties out there and you may find a better fit! Hope that helps...

 

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What it generally means is that they are interested in your daughter but they want to compare her against whomever else may be coming out. It may be down to your daughter or another girl that they know is coming back or whomever else may show up.

It's ok to be invited back once but after that it gets tricky. If you go back twice and then don't get an offer you feel like you were given the run around.