Not scare tactics—decode terms and support before you commit.
Bottom line: a redshirt can preserve a season of competition without pausing the eligibility clock. Medical hardship has criteria and paperwork—ask compliance; don’t DIY. Honest injury history builds FIT.
Terms
Traditional redshirt ≠ medical hardship waiver; participation caps and timing matter.
Recruiting honesty
Hiding prior injuries burns trust later.
Support
Insurance, trainers, return-to-play—and the degree path if sport pauses.
Next step
Your Next Pitch Starts Here.