predraft

American  

[pree-draft] / ˌpriˈdræft /

adjective

1. occurring or existing before a draft (especially in professional sports or the military).

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adverb

1. before a draft occurs (especially in professional sports or the military).

verb (used with object)

predrafted, predrafting

1. to do the necessary research, consultation, etc., preparatory to drafting (a piece of legislation, proposal, etc.).

Example Sentences

Another excerpt describes Williams as becoming enamored with the idea of playing for Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell after they had a predraft meeting.

From Los Angeles Times

“Coach Barnes is just that guy who will push everybody to their best,” said Knecht, who’s been traversing the country for predraft workouts.

From Seattle Times

Devin Carter, a Providence guard, has seen his stock rise in the predraft process and probably played himself into the lottery.

From Los Angeles Times

And then from San Diego, there’s only, like, 50 of us players that got invited to a predraft workout with the Orlando Guardians.

From Slate

He could go through the predraft process and return to college armed with an evaluation from NBA personnel folks.

From Los Angeles Times