Skywalker attended American River Junior College beginning August 25, 2008, where he was a 2 year starter for the men's basketball team. He planned on transferring after his 2nd year and was going to accept one of the basketball scholarships that were offered to him, but a new opportunity presented itself. During what he thought would be his last year at a Junior College, Skywalker decided to attempt Track and Field as a personal accomplishment and also to stay in shape for his future in basketball. After only competing in 5 track meets, the 1st being Conference Championships which he won, Skywalker ended up finishing 7th at the State Championships and found a sport he seemed to excel at.