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Shanil M

Shanil Mundayile Abdul Rasheed Mundayile, (born 18 February 1986)is a footballer and an Athlete from a place called Mannarkkad (Palakkad (Dist) in the God's Own Country - Kerala, India.

Shanil's career began as an Athlete when he was studying in Grade 4.He debuted as a Footballer at the age of 15. He played National Football Tournament for three seasons,once his team acquired 3rd and once 4th position.

Shanil has scored hatricks in three consecutive matches in State Football Championship and was a successful striker on his time. He was the back bone of his team in the National Football tournaments for the consecutive years till he left the school. He achieved many awards for his golden legs. His quick running speed was an added advantage in his career. He scored more goals in rebounced balls. Then he was called "Rebound Shanil" by his team mates. He was also called as "Junior Owen". His name was regular in the playing eleven of all the teams in which he was included.

He was a highly talented Athlete with a school record in 100 mts race (10.85 sec) and a Long Jump of 6.70 mts. He touched State Record many times in 100 mts race and long jump in several Athletic Meets. He participated and won many prizes in various Athletic Meets.

An injury in the bone of his left thighs ruined his career. He underwent surgery and couldn't start practicing Football and Athletics then. He was forced to end up his career at an earlier stage.

He was also good in Cricket, Badminton and Volley Ball. Infact he was a Complete Sportsman with lot of talents. But the fate turned against him. But the sports and talents in him will not die.