Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part A (2025)

This cross-sectional study compared the anthropometric profiles of teenage players enrolled in Rajasthan, India in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) schools. A total of 200 participants (100 from each board 100) aged 14-18, were evaluated on variables such as height, weight, body mass index (BMI), hand length, leg length and body fat percentage using the standard ISAK protocol. Statistical analyzes revealed significant differences in height, BMI, and body fat percentage (p Results play the role of institutional systems in shaping physical profiles through inter-risk for sports infrastructure, coaching and courses. This study adds valuable data to increased literature on physical development among Indian teenagers and raises important questions about educational equality in promoting athletic talent.