2025, Vol. 12, Issue 5, Part H

This study assessed the readiness and status of student-athletes in a public secondary school by examining their profile, levels of readiness, performance status, and the relationship between these factors. Specifically, it sought to describe the respondents in terms of age, sex, years as student-athletes, and grade level; determine their level of readiness in terms of cooperation, positive aggression, task completion, and work independence; and assess their status in terms of technical and tactical skills, academic performance, physical readiness, and team dynamics. Further, the study investigated whether significant differences and relationships existed between readiness and status, and proposed a training plan based on the findings by employing a descriptive-correlational design, utilizing survey questionnaires administered to student-athletes. Results showed that most respondents were predominantly male teenagers with one to three years of athletic experience. Student-athletes showed high levels of readiness, particularly in task competition and cooperation; work independence was lowest. Technical and tactical skills were rated above average, while academic performance, physical readiness, and team dynamics were average. Readiness did not significantly differ across demographic profiles, but higher readiness correlated with improved athletic status. Based on the results, an intensive training program focusing on skill enhancement, academic support, physical conditioning, and team-building was proposed. The study concludes that readiness strongly influences the status of student-athletes, underscoring the need for holistic development programs.