Thai national ice hockey player Chanokchon dies at 27
Thai national ice hockey player Chanokchon Limpinpetch died at 27 from a severe bloodstream infection after being admitted to a Bangkok hospital on May 16. The forward, a key member of Thailand's team since 2019, had won gold at the SEA Gam
BANGKOK — Chanokchon Limpinpetch, a member of Thailand's national ice hockey team, has died at the age of 27 after suffering a severe bloodstream infection, officials said.
According to reports, Chanokchon travelled from Chumphon province to Bangkok on 15 May and stayed at a residence in Bang Bua Thong district. Early on 16 May, he developed a high fever and took medication after his symptoms worsened.
Later that morning, he went out to buy supplies but continued feeling unwell and was admitted to Kasemrad Hospital.
His condition deteriorated on 17 May, with doctors attempting to resuscitate him for several hours after his heart stopped beating. He was pronounced dead at noon. Doctors concluded the cause of death was a bloodstream infection.
His body will be taken to Chumphon province for Christian funeral rites.
Chanokchon first joined Thailand's senior national team at age 20 during the 2019 SEA Games and remained a key player through the 2025 SEA Games hosted by Thailand. Wearing jersey number 42, he played as a forward and was considered one of the team's core second-line players.
His achievements included a gold medal at the 2019 SEA Games, a silver medal at the 2025 SEA Games, and a World Championship Division III Group A title. He also represented Thailand at the 2025 Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China.
ML. Kridsada Kasemsanta, president of the Ice Hockey Association of Thailand, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing Chanokchon as a disciplined athlete with great potential and an important member of the national team.
