Expert: Thom Brooks - 3/26/2008

Question
Hi. Let me start out by saying that im 5'10, about 168lbs. I have practiced organized football in my high school but had to quit the team for personal reason(not physical). Most of my playing has been in the streets and open fields. I have great speed and great hands. Im intrested in trying out for DIV 1 college football, im pretty confident in my skills..i always wanted to be a receiver but considering my height compare to others i decided i should tryout as CB. Tryouts are in august so i have plenty of time to put my weight and practice my skills. MY question is...what should i expect on the tryout?what skill should i try to improve?  THank YOU

Answer
Moises, hello!

You need to get with some experienced players immediately.  If you try out for a new slot that you're not familiar with, the experienced WR's will take you to task.  Talk to the Coaches and get any kind of film, playbook or coaching workouts as possible.  You will be behind the men that have put in 4 years or more of training and play time, so you need to catch up quickly.

If you have the basic skills, the Coaches can teach you the technique but you've got to show them that you are working harder than anyone else on the field.  They will recognize immediately if you have the potential.  

Hope you do great!  What an awesome memory to say you've made the team, so work hard for it!

Thom Brooks