GULF-AIS Launches Scholarship Program for Thai League 3 Youth
GULF-AIS has launched a scholarship program providing educational support to 69 Thai League 3 clubs nationwide, offering 69 scholarships to youth footballers aged 15-22 to develop their careers while pursuing academic studies and financial
GULF-AIS Thai Football for Thai People has announced plans to enhance youth football development nationwide through a scholarship program supporting the dual-career pathway concept. The initiative will distribute 69 educational scholarships to young footballers aged 15-22 in Thai League 3, covering all 69 clubs throughout the country, with the goal of building strong foundations in both football skills and academic knowledge to prepare them for professional sports careers and create life skills for long-term stability.
Thanyaon Tantisunthorn, Corporate Relations Executive of Gulf Development Public Company, stated that GULF believes grassroots communities are the greatest source of strength. Thai League 3 clubs represent community pride at the provincial level, and supporting scholarships across all 69 grassroots teams directly strengthens the local sports ecosystem. The company hopes scholarship recipients will become important pillars of development and inspiration for their communities.
Sitamon Rattanawadee, Director of Corporate Social Activity Management at Gulf Development Public Company, emphasized that youth development is the most sustainable investment in Thailand's future. The program combines football training with academic support and financial literacy education, equipping young people with intellectual tools and life skills to become quality adults and contribute to the country's development.
Saichol Supmagoduam, Head of Corporate Communications at Advanced Info Service Public Company (AIS), noted that strengthening Thai football requires developing human infrastructure, especially new-generation Thai League 3 players who form the foundation of Thailand's football system. The scholarships provide security for youth to pursue sports careers with confidence while gaining knowledge and skills applicable to long-term life prospects beyond their playing careers.
The program notably supports youth aged 15-22 with academic scholarships while introducing digital financial literacy through CLICX Bank, a virtual bank platform for scholarship distribution. This digital banking approach serves as a first step in familiarizing the new generation with modern financial management skills alongside training discipline and commitment. The initiative also reduces financial barriers for young athletes balancing training with studies across all 69 clubs nationwide, reflecting GULF-AIS's commitment to decentralizing opportunities and supporting grassroots football development throughout the country.
