Its intention was to serve as the sporting wing of the Sandinista Police, and it initially competed in an institutional league for government ministries.

DGPS stormed through the lower levels of the Nicaraguan league system, winning the Second Division in 1985 with an undefeated record.

Ferretti was the dominant team in Nicaragua that year, topping the table in the first and second phases to reach the championship finals.

Ferretti's surge continued into the Clausura 2010, as they reached the finals again, only to lose 1–1 on away goals to Real Estelí.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.