Working of physical education teachers as coaches-cum-trainers at grassroots level of Pakistan.

The present study explored the working conditions, challenges,and contributions of physical education (PE) teachers who also served ascoaches and trainers at the grassroots level in schools education network ofPakistan. Using a quantitative approach, the present research collected datathrough survey questionnaires of 210 physical education teachers and 50school administrators (heads) as sample size from both urban and rural areasof two Districts (Faisalabad and Jhang). The lack of institutional support wasidentified as a significant barrier to effective grassroots sports developmentwith 60% of respondents reporting limited opportunities for talentidentification and student engagement in sports. Additionally, 75% of theteachers had not received formal training in the past five years though 85%expressed interest in further professional development. The researchconcluded that targeted interventions including improved infrastructure,regular training programs, and greater policy focused on grassroots sports are essential to empower physical education teachers and promote the development of young athletes.