Q&A for How to Make Your High School's Soccer Team

Get in shape through playing the game. You can run 40 laps around a field, but playing soccer is different. In soccer you have to be mentally on, practice different movements, stop suddenly, and be ready for contact with other players. The best way to get in shape for this is through playing and having the ball.

The best instructor is playing the game. It's definitely great to know the concepts, but you have to play. Get hours and hours of practice and touches on the ball.

All the drills that you use in your soccer practices should follow the rules of the game. This will make it easy for you to really understand the rules and know them as a habit.

Practice, practice, practice. There is always a chance! Keep trying. You can get there, just put in the time and effort.

Time management is key when you are a student athlete. In order to get good grades and do well in soccer, you have to sacrifice some online/social time. Use a planner or an app to organize your schedule and prevent procrastination.

No. The famous Thomas Muller didn't even make it to middle school, and now he is one of the best in the world. That said, it's a really good idea to finish your education, because there are no guarantees that you'll make it to the professional level or have that kind of success. Plus, life is a lot easier when you're educated.

If you get involved on an organized team with good coaching, dedicate yourself and practice constantly, consistently and passionately, you could.

When you feel nervous think about what you're going to do in your practice, game, etc. and focus on that to take away the nerves. Have more confidence in yourself, and also try a stress ball.

Stand on one leg and try not to fall, then switch and try to balance on the other leg.

Work hard now and constantly practice, don´t take breaks, and become the best. Do whatever you can to improve yourself in football also have good grades.

Sure. Get some books on the subject, watch some games, practice and do drills. Do cardio to work on your endurance, and leg exercises to work on power and speed.

Dribble basically, kick it around but not to far, have close contact with the ball so you can soon kick it again.

If you have no prior experience playing, then probably not. If you practice a lot, then you might be able to, but don't get your hopes up.

If you don't make the team that is okay, as long as you try hard, work hard, stay in shape, practice, and have fun!

Just take deep breaths and breathe. Just remember to have fun, work hard, practice and do your best!

When I was stressed out in soccer I found out that my teammates were my best source of hope. It helped knowing that they were experiencing similar things as me.

Yes. JV is sometimes known as the freshman and sophomore team, but exceptional players sometimes make the varsity team their freshman year.

Keeping things simple is actually one of the best things to do, even if that sounds basic. Also, staying consistent with everything you do and good fitness is key.

A lot of high school teams really focus on ball handling and footwork, if you are looking for what to practice more this is what would be good to do. You can also practice a 1v1 or 2v2 game in a smaller field to work more control over the ball and your surroundings.