GaviRangappa S P

Dedication This book, Basketball: From Springfield to Cubbonpet, Bengaluru, is lovingly dedicated to my late father, Prof. N. C. Parappa, in his centenary year, 1927–2027. A distinguished physical educationist, sports administrator, mentor, and community leader, Prof.N C Parappa devoted his life to the promotion of sports and games, particularly basketball, among generations of students and youth. Through his tireless efforts, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to physical education, he inspired countless individuals to embrace discipline, teamwork, sportsmanship, and excellence. This work is a humble tribute to his enduring legacy and his invaluable contribution to the growth of basketball in Bengaluru, especially in Cubbonpet and among the Devanga community. His passion for sports continues to inspire players, coaches, educators, and community members alike. May this book serve as a celebration of his life, his achievements, and the values he ...

Bangalore city's unique sporting geography is a direct creation of its past, shaped by British cantonment in the east, and the cultural influence of the Wodeyars of Mysore in the south and west, the sports club culture that emerged unite the city at the turn of the 20th century. The city boasts a unique sporting history. For more than a century, different neighbourhoods developed strong associations with particular game or sport. Areas such as Ashok Nagar and Cox Town became particularly associated with hockey and football; Malleswaram and Basavanagudi with cricket; and Cubbonpet, Malleswaram, and Jayanagar with basketball. This specialization was no accident. It resulted from geography, educational institutions, community organizations, military influence, and the dedication of local sports enthusiasts. During the British era, Bengaluru was broadly divided into two distinct geographic and cultural zones: the Cantonment and the Pete areas. The Cantonment, with its milit...

While Surat was the East India Company’s first trading post established in 1612, it functioned mainly as a rented warehouse operating under strict Mughal authority. The British possessed little military or political influence there and remained largely dependent on local rulers and existing trading systems. The establishment of Fort St. George at Madras in 1639 marked a decisive turning point in the history of the East India Company. Unlike Surat, Madras provided the Company with a more secure and independent base on the Coromandel Coast, gradually transforming the British from mere traders into emerging political rulers. This transformation was deeply connected to the thriving textile economy of South India, and the contribution of weaving communities such as the Devangas, Padmasalis, Kaikolars, and others. The Coromandel Coast was internationally renowned for its cotton fabrics, dyed cloth, muslin, and calicoes, which were in high demand across Europe and Asia. Weavers be...