24 Regional Champions Vie for PMYC U15 Volleyball Title

Twenty-four youth volleyball teams, champions from all 12 regional zones, are set for intense competition in the PMYC U15 national finals from November 12 to 27 in Nakhon Ratchasima and Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya.

On November 4, 2026, at the Bua Ngam Room on the third floor of the Golden Tulip Sovereign Hotel in Bangkok, Prodpran Sumanmit, Governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT), presided over a press conference for the Under-15 youth volleyball tournament competing for the Prime Minister's Cup, the "Prime Minister's Youth Cup Volleyball U15" national finals. She was joined by Somphong Chuebangyang, President of the Volleyball Association of Thailand; Somthong Phancharoenworakul, President of the Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Provincial Administrative Organization; Tanukiart Chanchum, Manager of the National Sports Development Fund; Warawit Yo-saeng, Deputy Governor of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya; and Air Vice Marshal Chanrit Wongprasert, Secretary-General and Acting President of the Volleyball Association of Thailand.

Governor Prodpran Sumanmit stated, "The Sports Authority of Thailand and the Ministry of Tourism and Sports place great importance on creating opportunities for youth through standardized competitions. This tournament has progressed from district, provincial, and regional levels before reaching the national finals, representing continuous development of volleyball's grassroots foundation. It opens opportunities for youth to gain experience, develop skills, and showcase their potential to advance as elite athletes in the future."

Volleyball Association of Thailand President Somphong Chuebangyang said, "The association prioritizes athlete development from the youth level. This competition serves as a stage for youth nationwide to demonstrate abilities and learn from real competition. After progressing through district, provincial, and regional levels, they have reached the national finals this November. The association hopes to discover talented athletes who can advance into the national team development system, and thanks all agencies supporting this event."

National Sports Development Fund Manager Tanukiart Chanchum added, "The fund supports the Under-15 youth volleyball tournament for the Prime Minister's Cup under the concept 'THE FUTURE STARTS HERE' to expand opportunities for youth nationwide to enter the competition system from district, provincial, and 12 regional zones across the country to the national level, with 1,477 teams participating. It also serves as a channel to discover outstanding athletes for advancement into the national team development program, while promoting discipline, health, and growth through sports."

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya PAO President Somthong Phancharoenworakul said, "Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya is honored to co-host the national finals and has prepared competition venues and facilities to accommodate athletes, officials, and spectators. The Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Provincial Central Stadium Gymnasium will serve as the venue for women's team group matches from November 19 to 24, 2026, and the semi-finals and finals from November 26 to 27, 2026. We invite the public to attend and cheer for the participating youth."

Air Vice Marshal Chanrit Wongprasert, Secretary-General and Acting President of the Volleyball Association of Thailand, concluded, "Regarding competition administration, the association has coordinated with relevant agencies..."