Now I'm nervous

[Scrapper1]

Originally Posted by cmckenna

Well after working hard and waiting for 6 years I have my first varsity assignment on Decmber 22nd. The down side is that I have 4 weeks to get myself really nervous. I hope I don't puke on anyone's shoes....

First of all, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

I won't tell you not to be nervous, because I'm sure you will be. Just remember that you're there for a reason. You've been doing things the right way, so keep doing those same things that got you there. Have a good pregame, take a lot of deep breaths and then do the things that you know have served you well. (And if that includes puking, so be it! )

Originally Posted by M&M

The most important thing is to enjoy it. I still remember my first game ever, my first HS varsity game, and my first college game. I was told to enjoy the moment, and it helped.

I hear people say this a lot -- "enjoy it". But honestly, I didn't enjoy it. I was so focused on the game and what I was supposed to do and where I was supposed to be (and I was so nervous) that I didn't really enjoy it at all.

I remember my first HS and college varsity games also. I didn't enjoy either of them. After the fact, I could say "Wow, that was cool. I feel like I did a good job. What a great experience." But I was not having fun in the middle of it. I just wanted to share another perspective.

I think the most important thing is to do a good job; which means doing what you've been doing all along to get to this point. You're going to do a great job, so try to relax. And let us know how it goes!

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by cmckenna

Well after working hard and waiting for 6 years I have my first varsity assignment on Decmber 22nd. The down side is that I have 4 weeks to get myself really nervous. I hope I don't puke on anyone's shoes....

Well congratulations on your assignment. Just have a lot of fun. At least you have about a month to get yourself someone mentally ready. The problem is that even with all that preparation you might feel like you are not ready. It is a natural feeling to be nervous and I am sure the people you are working with will have some idea that you are new.

Everyone has to pop their cherry sometime.

Peace

[truerookie]

Originally Posted by cmckenna

Well after working hard and waiting for 6 years I have my first varsity assignment on Decmber 22nd. The down side is that I have 4 weeks to get myself really nervous. I hope I don't puke on anyone's shoes....

cmckenna, take a breath and look back at how hard you prepared to get to this moment. If you kept a journal, you should take a look at past notes. Do not change your approach towards the game. The major changes are the strength, speed and quickness of the players. The atmosphere is great!!
Have fun, it will go smoothly.