Walk-On Athletes
Earned. Not Given.
Wake Up & Hunt was built with walk-on athletes in mind -- competitors who choose effort over guarantees and growth over shortcuts.
Walk-on athletes often carry heavier loads: fewer resources, more pressure, and less margin for error. We believe that grind builds skills and character that matter long after sports ends.
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Who This is For
This program is designed for:
- Current college walk-ons (all divisions)
- Non-scholarship athletes
- Former walk-ons transitioning out of sports
- High school athletes preparing to walk on at the next level
Participation is voluntary and independent of team status.
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How Wake Up & Hunt Supports Walk-Ons
WUH focuses on development and opportunity, no shortcuts.
Support may include:
- Brand and NIL education
- Career and life-skills development
- Storytelling and content features
- Community mentorship and peer network
- access to WUH initiatives and projects
Opportunities are not guaranteed and based on availability, interest, and alignment not playing time or depth chart.
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NIL & Walk-Ons (Clear and Clean)
Walk-on athletes are eligible for NIL opportunities under the same rules as scholarship athletes.
At WUH:
- Any NIL activity is deliverable-based
- Compensation (if any) is tied to legitimate brand work
- NO incentives are offered for enrollment, retention, or performance
- School reporting and disclosure rules apply equally
WUH does not create roster spots, scholarships, or participate in team decisions.
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Financial & Life Skills Education
Walk-on athletes often face greater financial responsibility with limited institutional support.
Wake Up & Hunt provides foundation education to help athletes make smarter decisions early, including:
- Budgeting and cash-flow basics
- Understanding NIIL income at a high level
- Avoiding common financial mistakes
- building habits that translate beyond sport
Wake Up & Hunt does not provide financial, tax, or investment advice. Education is informational and skills-based.
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Built to Complement, Not Compete
WUH exist to support what teams already value in walk-ons:
- Work ethic
- Reliability
- Leadership
- Accountability
Our goal is to help walk-ons become more prepared for:
- Life after sports
- Careers outside of athletics
- Leadership roles within their communities
We do not interfere with team culture, coaching decisions, or compliance process.
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High School Walk-Ons & Future Walk-Ons
For high school athletes considering a walk-on path:
- Education comes first
- NIL exposure is limited and compliant
- Parent/guardian involvement is required
- Long-term development matters more than hype
We help athletes understand why it really takes to walk-on mental, physically, and professionally.
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Real Stories. Real Paths.
WUH highlights walk-on stories to:
- Educate younger athletes
- Show realistic pathways
- Celebrate earned success
- Build community -- not ego
Story features do not imply roster guarantees or school affiliation.
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Apply or Learn More
If you're a walk-on -- or planning to become one -- WUH is here to help you build beyond the game.
Email: wakeup&hunt@gmail.com
Wake Up & Hunt is independent of all universities and athletic departments. Participation does not affect team status, scholarships, or eligibility.