Why were roster and scholarship limits implemented?

• A. Increase tuition
• B. Maintain gender equity and competitive balance
• C. Expand scholarships by gender
• D. Limit numbers to reduce costs

Answer: (B)

Rosters and scholarship limits were designed to ensure fairness in athletic opportunities and to keep competition balanced between programs, especially across genders. After Title IX, colleges needed to provide comparable opportunities for male and female athletes, so capping team sizes and the number of athletic scholarships helps prevent one side from gaining an unfair recruiting advantage and ensures resources are distributed more equitably. This supports gender equity and maintains competitive balance across teams. While limiting costs can be a byproduct, the primary aim is fairness and parity rather than simply cutting expenses.