In my school, people liked the gym teachers because they were the football or soccer coaches. But look, if they're cool, they get respect.

Summary

This quote implies that in a school environment, the popularity and respect given to gym teachers often stems from their additional roles as coaches of popular sports teams. It suggests that students are more likely to admire and offer respect to those teachers who are seen as "cool" or popular among their peers, rather than solely based on their abilities as physical education instructors. This highlights how social dynamics can influence the way students perceive and interact with authority figures in educational settings.