AIS, Buriram United Ignite Football Dreams for Border Patrol Youths

AIS Sport Academy has joined forces with Buriram United and Border Patrol Police Region 2 to empower Thai youth through the "Thunder Dream" project, opening the door to professional football and inspiring future possibilities. The collaboration held the "Thunder Dream: Lightning Power Ignites Thai Children's Dreams" event at Chang Arena in Buriram, offering 80 students from border patrol police schools under the 21st and 22nd Border Patrol Police Divisions, commanded by Border Patrol Police Region 2, a unique opportunity to experience the professional football world. The students, from Ubon Ratchathani, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, and Surin, participated in special activities designed to build life skills, provide out-of-classroom experiences, and spark determination to pursue their dreams, reflecting the partners' commitment to using sports to expand learning opportunities for children in remote areas.

Saichon Thammakorn, Head of Corporate Communications at AIS, stated: "AIS and Buriram United share a common intention to harness the power of sports to create activities that broaden horizons and promote the potential of Thai youth, giving birth to the Thunder Dream project. Border Patrol Police Region 2 serves as a crucial partner in connecting these activities to remote communities, allowing the children to experience a professional football atmosphere, learn from role model athletes, and discover their own abilities. We hope this experience will boost their confidence, encourage them to set goals, and believe in their own potential, because every child deserves an equal opportunity to grow, no matter where in the country they live."

During the event, the 80 youths embarked on a significant experience starting with a stadium tour of Chang Arena, learning the history and achievements of the Thunder Castle team. They then entered a football clinic, training closely with Siwarak Tedsungnoen, former Thai national team goalkeeper and current Senior Director of Youth Development at Buriram United, along with expert coaches who taught ball control, movement, and teamwork techniques, while instilling discipline, unity, and confidence for daily life application.

Another highlight was the "High-five with Buriram Players," giving the children a chance to meet their football idols, watch a pre-match training session up close, and witness the dedication and lifestyle of professional athletes, conveying the value of effort through successful role models and inspiring the kids to see the importance of self-development and perseverance.

The day concluded with watching a Thai League match between Buriram United and Srisaket United amid roaring cheers from fans across the stadium, allowing the students to feel the excitement of top-tier national football and absorb the sportsmanship and unity from real competition. It became a memorable time that broadened their horizons and fueled their dreams to reach further.

The "Thunder Dream: Lightning Power Ignites Thai Children's Dreams" project marks another significant step in the collaboration between AIS and Buriram United in using sports as a medium to create out-of-classroom learning experiences, reduce geographical limitations, and open new perspectives for Thai children to discover their potential, while encouraging youth to dare to think, dare to dream, and develop their potential for the future, reaffirming AIS Sport Academy's commitment to driving such activities.