Sports Architect

Building
Sustainable
Ecosystems.

I bridge the gap between grassroots potential and elite performance. 14+ years building structures that last.

Available for:

  • Consulting
  • 1:1 Speaking
  • Speaker Events
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Siddarth Sabapathy
14+
Years Experience
400+
Teams Managed
40+
Trophies Won

The Philosophy

"Sports management isn't just about match day—it's about the 360 degrees of preparation, infrastructure, and community that make match day possible."

ITK Leipzig Alumnus German Trained

Selected Portfolio

2016 — Present

Community Football Club of India

Co-Founder & Director

Architected one of India's largest academies from the ground up. Secured 3-Star AIFF Accreditation and expanded operations to include Senior Men's & Women's teams. Managed P&L, infrastructure development, and technical staffing.

40+
Trophies
3-Star
Accreditation
CFCI Match CFCI Training CFCI Team
2018 — 2025

Ahmedabad Defenders

General Manager (Prime Volleyball League)

Spearheaded operations for a premier franchise. Managed high-stakes logistics for the FIVB Club World Championship and drove fan engagement strategies. Responsible for strategic planning and match-day execution.

Global
Logistics
PVL
Franchise
Ahmedabad Defenders Logo Dugout

Events, Leagues & Activations

MFA Yuva President League
2017 — Present

MFA Yuva President League

Conceptualized and executed Mumbai’s biggest youth football leagues under the aegis of the District FA.

  • Participation of 400+ teams
  • Across 7 age categories
  • Played across 4+ locations
Vile Parle Premier League

VPPL

2011 — 2017

Vile Parle Premier League

One of Mumbai's biggest franchise-based community youth football leagues. Pathway for 1000+ players (U21).

Key Sponsors

Mobiefit, SBI Life, Gatorade, Maharashtra Times, DNA, Bisleri, Bank of India, Saraswat Bank.

Impact
  • • Managed 2000+ players & 1000+ daily attendees.
  • • Technical partnership with Mumbai FC.
  • • Covered by major newspapers & celebs.

Qualifications & Accolades

Personal Skills

Leadership Communication Pro-activeness Problem Solving Adaptability

Professional Skills

Planning Analyzing Issues, Decision Making, Project Management, Strategic Planning
Team Work Collaboration, Delegation, Goal Setting, Group Leadership
Organization Creative Thinking, Effectiveness, Productivity

Languages

English
Hindi
Marathi
Tamil

Honors & Roles

Commentator & Host
  • India Women's U-17 Tri Nation Football Tournament (Mumbai Football Arena)
  • Pro Volleyball League (Sony Pictures Network)
  • MFA Awards Night (Chief Guest: Patrice Evra)
  • Mumbai District Football Association
Guest Lecturer

IIM Trichy, Ironwood Sports Management, NASM, Father Agnels College Bandra.

Licenses & Roles
  • • AIFF Match Commissioner
  • • Grassroots Leaders License
  • • Membership Director: Rotary Club of Mumbai Champions
University Honors
  • • Gold Medalist: Mumbai University Inter-Collegiate Debate
  • • Best Student Award: Khalsa College
  • • Selection Committee Head: Mumbai University Football Team (Boys & Girls)

Let's Build Together

Available for consulting, speaking engagements, and strategic advisory.

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Mumbai, India Sports Management Professional