A New Era begins...

This is my formal announcement that I will not be returning to Denmark next year to play for Middelfart VK. I am currently in a transition phase in my life right now. Having played professional for a year, I understand a new style of game; a different type of practice; and a different way of life. Just recently upon traveling to Jamaica, I again was introduced to a new style, type of practice and way of life! At this point I need to explain something: this Jamaican team is very very skilled. We have pretty controlled passing, excellent attacking and at times we are an effective blocking team. The missing piece right now is our offensive sets. We get great passes but continue to run high outside sets. As an outside hitter, I can say with full confidence that the Jamaican team does not really need me to hit the ball. They have guys who can do that already. With that in mind, I have decided with the support of the Jamaican management and head coach, to transition into a setter. I really believe that this Jamaican team can be successful and I also believe that I can be an accurate and effective setter. I understand that I have hours and hours of work to do in the gym to get the repetitions that I need to set at the international level, but I am willing to dedicate myself to getting those reps and becoming a top level setter.
Some who are reading this may question my ability or reasons for doing this. Keep in mind that I am only 24 which may seem old to some and young to others, but the top age for volleyball is 28 because you're still in strong physical shape but you have a greater understanding for the game. And that is exactly what I want to increase by taking on this new roll; I want my understanding of that position and thus the entire game to increase. I've got some great coaches surrounding me to help me with my quest, but if there are any setters out there feel free to post me some suggestions or things that you have found particularly difficult in your struggle!
I will continue to update my blog regularly on my pursuit to be an effective setter. For those of you in Denmark and especially my girls teams that I was coaching, it has been a difficult decision for me to make, but I wish you all the best and hope that you will remain in contact with me!