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The larger purpose of SET is to help drive sport as an enabler for a fitter and healthier India.
Sports Excellence Trust (SET) is a not-for-profit entity that aims to support and catalyse the development of athletes, and sports in general, in the country.
To stay committed to creating the next sports stars.
VISION
To contribute towards bringing laurels to the country by creating over 100 sports superstars in the next five years.
MISSION
Housed within the Centre for Sports Excellence in Bengaluru, SET operates at the heart of India's most structured athletic environment.
HOW IT WORKS
A thoughtful, collaborative approach
SET works with like-minded individuals, institutions, and corporate partners to create meaningful impact across every layer of the sporting ecosystem.
01
Athlete Support
Best coaching staff, nutrition plans, mental strength, physical training, and flexible court access for screened athletes.
02
Infrastructure
Contributing to infrastructure-led projects that improve training conditions and create environments where excellence can flourish.
03
Talent Discovery
Exploring stronger grassroots talent identification models to find and develop the stars of tomorrow before they slip through the cracks.
Experience-Driven Leadership for the Next Generation of Athletes
Our trustees bring decades of expertise across athlete development, institution-building, branding, and sports business.
Vimal Kumar
Indian former badminton player, Dronacharya Awardee, and highly respected coach. A trustee of SET, he brings decades of experience in athlete development and Indian badminton.
Shyam Sundar Pani
Entrepreneur and industry leader with deep interest in the role of sport in shaping lives and society. He brings strategic perspective across institution-building and partnerships.
R. V. Raman
A seasoned professional across management, branding, retail, and sports business, with significant experience across sports ventures, institutions, and infrastructure-led initiatives.
Be a part of building the next generation of Indian sports talent.
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