What is a preferred walk on?

A preferred walk-on is a student-athlete who is recruited by a college or university to join their athletic program without receiving an athletic scholarship. Instead, the student-athlete is offered a roster spot on the team and may have the opportunity to earn a scholarship in the future based on their performance and commitment to the team.

Preferred walk-ons are often highly talented athletes who may have chosen to forgo scholarship offers in order to attend their preferred school or program. They are typically invited to join the team by the coaching staff and may receive certain benefits such as access to team facilities, equipment, and resources.

Preferred walk-ons are not guaranteed playing time and may have to prove themselves in practice and competition to earn a spot in the starting lineup. However, they have the opportunity to showcase their skills and potentially earn a scholarship through their hard work and dedication to the team.

Overall, being a preferred walk-on can be a valuable opportunity for student-athletes to pursue their passion for sports at the collegiate level and contribute to the success of their team.