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

“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 • Jun. 20, 2024

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 • Jun. 13, 2024

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 • Jun. 1, 2024

The Lakers scouted Lewis in college, he starred in a team workout early in the predraft process, and as he slipped into the second round, the Lakers pounced.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 17, 2023

The Celtics made one of the league’s biggest predraft moves when they traded franchise mainstay Marcus Smart to Memphis in a deal that got them big man Kristaps Porzingis from the Washington Wizards.

From Washington Times • Jun. 23, 2023