World Education Connect Multidisciplinary e-Publication, Vol. VI, Issue VIII (August 2026), pp.317-333
JOHN AURELL T. DE CASTRO, PhD
Instructor III, University of Rizal System- Pililla Campus
Abstract
This study assessed the coaching skills and capabilities of Physical Education teachers serving as coaches at the University of Rizal System. It described the profiles of student athletes and teacher or coaches, assessed coaching skills and capabilities, tested differences across selected profile variables, examined the relationship between coaching skills and coaching capabilities, analyzed student athletes’ experiences through thematic analysis, and developed a coaching development program. The study used a mixed-methods design, with the quantitative component supplemented by a qualitative component, involving 125 student-athletes and 25 Physical Education teachers or coaches. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, while qualitative responses were coded and grouped into themes. Findings showed that the teacher or coaches demonstrated very high coaching skills, with communication and motivational skills emerging as the strongest area, and training planning and program design as the area needing the most refinement. Coaching capabilities were likewise rated very high, particularly in leadership and team Management, collaboration, and ethical and professional practices. Coaching experience and teaching experience influenced selected skill and capability areas, while all coaching skill dimensions were positively and significantly related to coaching capability dimensions. The thematic analysis revealed that student-athletes were motivated by and appreciated their coaches but also identified needs for formal coaching preparation, technical-tactical training, clear feedback, safety Awareness, and athlete adjustment support. The study concludes that effective school-based coaching requires integrating relational support, technical competence, structured training, ethical practice, and continuous professional development.
Keywords: Coaching capabilities, Coaching development, Coaching skills, mixed methods research, Physical Education teacher or coaches, student athletes, thematic analysis.
DOI https://zenodo.org/records/22226872
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