Answer: The definition is, an athlete who is withdrawn from college sporting events for a year to develop their skills and extend their period of playing eligibility by a further year at this level of competition.
To redshirt means to sit out of competition a year. During the redshirt year, you are able to practice, but not compete. ... a college athlete who is withdrawn from college sporting events during one year in order to develop skills and extend the period of playing eligibility by a further year at this level of competition.
