My fingers began to grow numb as I gripped the racket tightly. Ignoring the bitter air, I focused on my partner volleying the ball. The opposing team returned the ball over the net and I moved into position. I swung at the ball, driving it to the other side. We played the point out and then continued with the match. As we played, the sun began to poke out from behind the clouds. Warmth finally settled in and my fingers no longer felt numb. Soon the match ended and we left practice, prepared for the real competition tomorrow.