--- title: "BTM FC Player Success Stories & Pro Football Pathways in Bengaluru" description: "Read success stories of BTM FC players moving to ISL clubs and state squads. Discover our pro football pathway and academy training results in Bengaluru." canonical: https://mytribe.in/btmfootballclub/elite-pro-pathway-football-program/from-our-players-testimonials-success-stories last_updated: 2025-09-06 --- # Player Success Stories & Pro Football Pathways Tribe Verified · 15+ years of developing Bengaluru's pro footballers By [BTM Football Club](https://mytribe.in/btmfootballclub) · Training at SAI Ground & Rush Arena · ₹3,500 One Time Fee (estimate) Part of [Elite Pro-Pathway Football Program](https://mytribe.in/btmfootballclub/elite-pro-pathway-football-program). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/btmfootballclub/elite-pro-pathway-football-program/gallery) Hear directly from our players who moved from academy training to the ISL reserve teams, state squads, and the Super Division. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Hear directly from our players. Gautam Shivakumar, who joined the ISL club BFC Reserve team, and Rishan Rasheed, who signed with MEG in the Super Division, share how our professional environment and A-Division exposure helped them advance their careers. This is the platform to get scouted.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d51a18f-06fa-4334-8be2-7cabc2a68f9e) - [Video: We celebrate our player Abies Raza's selection to the Karnataka state team for the Swami Vivekananda U20 National Football Championship. Our program is designed to develop players capable of competing at the state and national levels.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/82262d75-0bcd-42c2-ba69-2f50dda1a2dc) - ![Nakshatra Jain was named Player of the Tournament for his incredible performance, scoring 6 goals and providing 2 assists in 5 games. We develop players who make a decisive impact on the pitch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e70c11d1-85ea-4a44-94ae-64fffe520ac0) - ![A historic moment for our club as Nakshatra Jain's fastest hat-trick is recognized. Here he is being congratulated during the pre-match lineup.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4449d62c-6ca9-40d0-b106-6fdc323c71c6) - ![The team poses before the match where Nakshatra Jain scored the fastest hat-trick in our club's history. A proud moment for the entire squad.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/92a5351a-10f8-47fc-9555-188144e4f72e) - ![Our player's achievements featured in the news. This press clipping from DHNS reports on Nakshatra Jain's hat-trick for BTM FC.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dfaa93b7-c0ce-4f34-96e1-277592077b38) - ![Another newspaper clipping celebrating Nakshatra Jain's hat-trick, highlighting how he powered BTM to a comfortable win. Our players' performances get noticed.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4e7a6811-413f-47b8-9949-a8fe0dfdc850) - [Video: A highlight reel of our electrifying inverted winger, Rishan. After a standout season with us, he now plays in the Super Division. We are proud to have been a part of his journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b2daa17-1bd1-4f8b-af7a-83ead9a8fa8b) - [Video: Watch some of the slick moves and intelligent plays from Akheel Razak, our wily fox in attack. Our program sharpens players' individual skills for game-changing moments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d516160b-8d18-49a4-af7f-187c417b5764) - [Video: A compilation of clips from the BTM FC season, showcasing the high-level play and tactical execution our players are part of.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de611368-50c0-4d84-9fe5-88a3fc426220) - [Video: Our defender Rahul Krishna talks about the ambitious tactical project at BTM FC. He explains how the club has built a strong identity for both the team and individual players.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9981d8ce-d2da-43e9-aab0-dfcb5c562bc9) - [Video: Wing-back Ashley Cleary discusses his experience playing competitive 11-a-side football in the A-League and his preparations for the upcoming season. His dedication reflects the professional mindset we cultivate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0b65007b-ef33-4273-ba55-501cd0666ed5) ## About From Our Players: Testimonials & Success Stories You have seen the stats, but the real story is how guys like Gautam Shivakumar progressed to the BFC Reserve team and Rishan Rasheed signed with MEG. Our players do not just train. They report 45 minutes early, analyze their game footage, and compete in the KSFA A-Division leagues. This is not just about showing up, it is about the daily discipline required to bridge the gap between amateur talent and professional football. Success at BTM FC is not an accident. It is the result of a structured pathway we have built since 2009. When players join the Rush Academy, they are not just signing up for coaching sessions. They are entering an ecosystem that includes video tactical analysis, strength and conditioning, and injury management. We train four times a week with AFC licensed coaches because we know that repetition creates composure. Our players, like Nakshatra Jain who powered our recent tournament run, are evidence that this curriculum works. We provide the platform, but the players provide the grit. Our culture is perhaps our biggest differentiator. We push our athletes hard, but as our players often say, 'Avaru namge support madthare' (They support us). Whether you are a 17-year-old looking for your first big break or a senior player aiming for a league contract, you will find a team that treats you like family. We do not just teach you how to kick a ball. We teach you how to read the game, recover from losses, and prepare your body for the physical demands of 11-a-side professional matches. ## About BTM Football Club We have been the Red Lions since 2009. We are not a factory, we are a family that fights, loses, and wins together. If you have the hunger to go pro, we will give you the roadmap to get there. 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