A Sociological Analysis of Teamwork and Personality Development Among University Students Engaged in Sports: A Case Study of Peshawar University’s Campus

Abstract

Sports transcend cultural and geographical boundaries, serving as a catalyst for unity, community cohesion, and physical well-being. Beyond athletic achievement, sports nurture personality development by fostering teamwork, collaboration, and the equitable distribution of responsibilities. This study, conducted at Peshawar University’s campus including Agriculture University Peshawar, University of Peshawar, Islamia Collage University Peshawar and University of Engineering and Technology Peshawar. Further, univariate and bivariate analyses employed on a sample of 332 out of total population 2479 as male and female athletes across five major sports i.e. Cricket, Hockey, Football Volleyball and Badminton. The findings underscore that teamwork cultivates a sense of solidarity ("we-feeling"), promotes mutual cooperation, and enhances overall performance. Significant association emerged between individual roles, shared responsibilities, and personality development, underscoring the pivotal role of teamwork in facilitating both personal growth and collective accomplishment.