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) |
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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 |
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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 |