Terms & Definitions

Counters

What are counters in college athletics?

Counters is the term used to describe an individual student-athlete who receives athletically related aid that counts against the NCAA’s total athletic scholarship limit.

Why are counters important?

Counters are important because, per NCAA rules, some sports have a maximum number of counters that are permitted on a roster, while others sports may have unlimited counters, but are limited by a maximum number of athletic scholarships that may be awarded.

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LYLE ADAMS
Lyle Adams

SPRY'S FOUNDER. CEO &NCAA MEN'S SOCCER CHAMPION

Lyle was a member of the 2007 NCAA Men’s Soccer Championship team at Wake Forest. After embarking on a professional soccer career, Lyle transitioned to the tech industry, where he was one of the first 100 employees at Uber, designing platforms and tools for data consumers. Lyle also holds a Master’s in Sports Management from Columbia University.