This study assessed stress management among 73 athletics student-athletes in Cluster 3, Davao City, Philippines focusing on their ability to handle academic and athletic pressures. Using descriptive and comparative analysis, results showed a moderate overall stress management level, with strengths in emotional and competition-related areas, but weaker coping strategies in substantial and mental domains. A significant difference was found based on age, while other demographic factors showed no impact. The findings support Lazarus and Folkmans Transactional Model of Stress and Coping (1984), which explains that stress responses depend on individual appraisal and coping resources. The results highlight how cognitive appraisals influence stress management, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to improve coping in less-developed areas. Schools are encouraged to implement stress-relief programs and supportive policies to enhance student-athletes resilience and well-being.