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Awards and Recognition from My Volleyball Journey

byNaveen Kumar ShettyReferees matches across Bengaluru and KarnatakaStarts from₹1,500 per match (approx. 90 mins)View full gallery

Beyond the court lines and the whistle, these awards reflect years of hard work, grit, and the love for the game that I have been fortunate to share with teams across Karnataka.

Receiving the 'Best Blocker' award at a Satellite Sports Association event. The transcript highlights the announcer mentioning my 'dead blocks', a technical skill I'm proud of.

Being felicitated at a tournament. These honors from organizers are a sign of respect and appreciation that I am very grateful for.

Being appreciated by ADGP Alok Kumar sir after winning the state master games. Recognition from senior officials is a great source of motivation.

A cherished memory of receiving the Rathnashree award from former Lokayukta, Santhosh Hegde sir. This was one of the best moments of my life.

A moment of gratitude, being honored by the IKYA volleyball organization. Their support for the sport and its players is commendable.

It was a great honor to be chosen as an 'Icon Player' for the Dostilu 'IKYA' Volleyball league. This recognition as a senior player and coach means a lot.

A proud moment receiving the 'Best Setter' award at the Pune International Bunts Championship. The announcer's kind words about me being a humble and senior player were very touching.

A newspaper article covering my participation as a chief guest at an event, alongside a photo of a team I coached receiving a trophy. It's fulfilling to contribute to the sport in multiple ways.

Being honored during a seminar on new volleyball rules for a referee exam at Vijayanagara Sri Krishna Devaraya University in Bellary. My experience as a national player and coach was shared with the attendees.

A news report covering my felicitation by the Dakshina Kannada Sanskritika Sangha during their sports day. It's always special to be recognized by cultural organizations.

About Awards & Felicitations

These aren't just plaques on a wall. They represent the sweat, the early morning practice sessions, and the unwavering discipline I demand from my students. If you are looking for coaching that pushes you to earn your place on the court rather than just handing out participation certificates, you have come to the right place.

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Naveen Kumar Shetty

Referees matches across Bengaluru and KarnatakaStarts from ₹1,500 per match (approx. 90 mins)

I am Naveen Shetty. I have been playing, coaching, and refereeing for years, and I bring that same discipline to every student I train. My goal is simple: to help you find your josh and reach your full potential, on and off the court.

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A guest honoring me on stage after a concert in Jaynagar. The love and respect from organizers and audiences mean the world to me.
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