Department of Physical Education
Smt. L.R.T. College of Commerce – Established 1964
Department Overview
The Department of Physical Education is dedicated to the holistic development of our students. We believe that physical and mental well-being are fundamental to academic success and personal growth. Our programs are designed to insƟll a sense of discipline, promote teamwork, and cultivate a spirit of healthy competition. We encourage students to embrace an active lifestyle, recognizing that physical fitness is essential for building character and resilience.
Our Objectives
- Holistic Development: Foster comprehensive growth through physical fitness and sports.
- Character Building: Promote core values like discipline, teamwork, and leadership.
- Competitive Excellence: Provide opportunities for students to compete at intercollegiate, university, state, and national levels.
- Career Pathways: Prepare students for professional careers that demand physical prowess, including sports and civil services.
Activities & Student Support
Our department provides a supporƟve environment to encourage athleƟc pursuits and overall well-being.
- Assessments & Information: We conduct medical and physical efficiency tests for all students. Information about sports activities, competitions, and camps is regularly updated on our notice board.
- Equipment & Facilities: Necessary sports equipment is provided by the college. Our well-maintained playgrounds support games like Volleyball, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, and Handball
- Financial & Academic Incentives: Students can earn up to 3 incentive marks per activity, as per university guidelines. We also provide Travel Allowance (TA) and Daily Allowance (DA) to students who represent the college at various levels.
- Recognition & Leadership: The college provides awards and certificates to students who represent our university teams. One student from the sports department is also nominated as a member of the Students' Council.
Physical Educations Department (Directors)
Our department provides a supportive environment to encourage athletic pursuits and overall well-being.
Directors of Physical Education
| Name | Year (From) | Year (To) |
|---|---|---|
| Shri. Suresh Shankarlal Sardesai | 1964 | 1983 |
| Shri. Vasant Giridharlal Agrawal | 1974 | 2002 |
| Shri. Anil Laxmanrao Kale | 1985 | Till Date |
Prof. A. L. Kale, our current Director of Physical Education, has been a distinguished member of the university selection commiƩee for Volleyball for the past four years.
Recognizing Excellence: Our Champions
Our students have consistently excelled and brought laurels to our college at various levels.
National-Level Players
| Name of the Player | Sport |
|---|---|
| Shri. B. B. Wagh | Soft Ball |
| Ku. Ketki Khot | Volleyball |
| Shri. Ujwal Chore | Volleyball |
| Shri. Pankaj Gadhe | Soft Ball |
Students Employed Through Sports
The following students have secured employment in various organizations, a testament to the value of their dedication to sports:
| Name of the Player | Department / Organization |
|---|---|
| Shri. A. D. Thakur | Police |
| Shri. R. D. Thakur | Police |
| Shri. A. A. Tikande | Teacher |
| Shri. Guddu Jaiswal | Police |
| Shri. Roshan Jagtap | Police |
| Shri. Pankaj Pawar | Police |
| Shri. Umesh Haramkar | Police |
| Shri. Sagar Rodhe | Police |
| Shri. Deepak Wankhade | Police |
| Shri. Rizwan Khan | Police |
University-Level “Color Holders”
The students below have achieved the prestigious “color holder” status for their exceptional performance on university teams.
| Name of Student | Game | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Aditi Bugdani | Table-Tennis | 2016-17 |
| Priyanka Pilley | Badminton | 2016-17 |
| Nisha Kevel | Boxing | 2016-17 |
| Anand Deshmukh | Baseball | 2016-17 |
| Abhijeet Uppalval | Fencing | 2016-17 |
| Karan Kumbhar | Weight-Lifting | 2016-17 |
| Praful Zambare | Weight-Lifting | 2016-17 |
| Shubham Gopnarayan | Basketball | 2016-17 |
| Mayuri Thakre | Baseball/Softball | 2017-18 |
| Aarti Sonwanvane | Baseball/Softball | 2017-18 |
| Nikhil Chavan | Volleyball | 2017-18 |
| Priyanka Pilley | Badminton | 2017-18 |
| Avanti Balapure | Badminton | 2017-18 |
| Sayali Rothe | Boxing | 2017-18 |
| Nidhi Dahale | Boxing | 2017-18 |
| Vaishali Mahadik | Handball | 2017-18 |
| Imran Kamal | Cricket | 2017-18 |
| Nikhil Chavan | Volleyball | 2018-19 |
| Nidhi Dahale | Boxing | 2018-19 |
| Vaishali Mahadik | Handball | 2018-19 |
| Kadambari Khapare | Softball | 2018-19 |
| Dhiraj Katkhede | Handball | 2018-19 |
| Kadambari Khapare | Baseball | 2018-19 |
| Prerena Arulkar | Wrestling | 2019-20 |
| Vaishali Mahadik | Handball | 2019-20 |
| Nidhi Dahale | Boxing | 2019-20 |
| Rutika Chati | Softball | 2019-20 |
| Piyush Sawarkar | Cricket | 2019-20 |
| Akash Raut | Cricket | 2019-20 |
| Akash Raut | Cricket | 2021-22 |
| Prerena Arulkar | Wrestling | 2021-22 |
| Riya Dangare | Softball | 2021-22 |
| Riya Dangare | Baseball | 2021-22 |
| Ketan Munshi | Table-Tennis | 2021-22 |
| Vishakha Hirole | Softball | 2021-22 |
| Soham Satav | Table-Tennis | 2021-22 |