Paithram Shankar
Founder
Marredpally Rovers & Rovers Football Academy
Marredpally Rovers Group Photo -1963
Ex. AP State Professional Football Player
Ex. National Referee
Ex. South Central Railways Football Coach
Ex. Indian Railways Player
Mr. P. Shanker, the founder of Marredpally Rovers had used these cards and whistle for refereeing over 5000 official matches
Our Academy History
Passion, commitment & a vision to develop football from grass-root level to professional level were the founding principles of Rovers Football Academy (then known as Marredpally Rovers), started early in the 1963 by P. Shankar.
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Our Alumni have showcased their talent, hard work & commitment towards professional football despite many challenges. Our players have played in the State, National & International level with courage & utmost professionalism. Our players have been appointed in various government jobs under Sports Quota!
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Marredpally Rovers showcased their winning mindset by becoming champions in various leagues:
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C Division League - 1987 State Champions
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B Division League - 1988 State Champions
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Participated in A Division League (Raheem League) - 1989
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Participated in various All India Level Tournaments as Marredpally Rovers
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