It’s about that time of year when families reach out to me with questions about walking on to a college team. Often, student-athletes consider this option when they’ve been admitted to their dream college but failed to receive the recruiting interest they anticipated, fostering the hope that they can earn a spot later on. What most families don’t realize is that these types of walk-on opportunities are rare, and even when they are presented, might not be ideal for a student-athlete’s holistic development. Learn more about the difference between a typical walk-on and a preferred walk-on in my video here.
What is a walk-on?
How much playing time can a walk-on expect?
Will “who you know” get your child a spot on a college sports team?
Alternative routes when athletic recruitment doesn’t go as planned.
