Nugnick Named Thailand Volleyball Captain for SEA V Cup
Setter Nugnick Nattanichaa Jaisen was named captain of Thailand's women's volleyball team for the SEA V Cup in Hanoi, Vietnam, running July 31–August 2, as the squad prepares for upcoming Asian Championships and Asian Games.
Setter Nugnick Nattanichaa Jaisen was named captain of Thailand's women's volleyball team competing in the 6th SEA V Cup 2026, with coach Keattipong Ratchatkreangkrai expressing confidence in her leadership. The Thai squad departed Bangkok on July 29 aboard Thai AirAsia flight FD 640 to Hanoi, Vietnam, featuring experienced players including Piew Atchara Kongyos, Omsorn Sasipha Chundvisut, and rising stars Sarah Anchoma and Jade Nannapath Muljukum. Coach Ott emphasized that the SEA V Cup serves as an important test for the team ahead of the Asian Championships and Asian Games, with most squad members being prepared for those major competitions.
The tournament runs July 31–August 2, 2026, in Hanoi with four teams competing: Vietnam (host), Philippines, Indonesia, and Thailand. All teams play in a round-robin format, with the champion determined by total points. Thailand's schedule includes matches against Indonesia on July 31, Philippines on August 1, and Vietnam on August 2.
