FAQ

Q: How do I join the PCMS Volleyball Team?

A: Come to our practices!  To join the team, you MUST come to the Mandatory practices that start in August and fill out the required paperwork.  The nonmandatory practices and Open Gyms offered over the summer and during the school year are a great opportunity to build relationships and improve your skills, but if you miss them, that does not keep you from being on the team.

Q: What is the required paperwork?

A:  On the PCMS Athletics website you will find what you need:

• the Athletic Blue Card

• the PCMS Athletic Form

• a Sports Physical from your doctor (signature page is in the PCMS Athletic form)

Q: Can I play if I do not have a sport physical?

A:  On the PCMS Athletics website you will find the FMS Athletic Form for your doctor to sign at your annual sports physical.  This MUST be turned in to the office for you to participate in ANY PCMS sport starting on the 1st day of school.  YOU MAY NOT PARTICIPATE UNTIL THIS FORM IS TURNED IT.    Sports Physicals are good for ONE CALENDAR YEAR at PCMS.   Note:  Summer Open Gyms and Nonmandatory practices do not require this form to be turned in yet.

Q: What equipment/uniform do I need to have?

A:  For volleyball season, you will need: 

• athletic shoes - court shoes are best and grip better on the wood floor

• knee pads* - black if possible

• all black bikers/shorts/tights for game days - any brand

• optional - arm sleeves for diving - check the football and basketball aisles at Dicks.

*kneepads can be found at Walmart, Dick's Sporting Goods, Big 5 Sporting Goods and online.

Q: What's the deal about arm sleeves?

A:  Arm sleeves look cool, yes, but they really do have a purpose.  They aid in diving.  Our athletes are taught to dive because the goal of volleyball is to not let the ball hit the floor.  Arm sleeves allow the athlete's arms to slide along the floor when diving .  Our uniforms this year are long-sleeve for this exact purpose.  If you choose to buy arm sleeves for your athlete, do NOT get sleeves that have plastic or padding in them - just simple, lightweight fabric that goes from wrist to above the bicep.  Any color or pattern will do.

*arm sleeves can be found at Dick's Sporting Goods, Big 5 Sporting Goods and online.  You may need to look in the football department. ;-)

Q: How do I pay the Athletic Fee? 

A:  The athletic fee can be paid via the Parent Portal.  The office will add this fee once your athlete begins playing a sport.   If you have questions, contact the PCMS office at ext.1401.   

This fee is to help pay for things like refs, transportation, equipment, etc.

Q: What if I have my ears pierced?

A:  Stud earrings are allowed to be worn during games.  Same thing goes for nose piercings, etc.    

Q:  I want to buy my own volleyball to practice at home.  What do you suggest?

A: Anything!!  Throwing or setting a soccer ball or a basketball is a great way to build your core strength and finger strength.  But if you want to practice passing, choose a volleyball.  These are what we use at FES and PCMS: