Thailand Names Women's Volleyball Squad for 2026 Asian Championship
Thailand's women's volleyball team will compete at the 2026 Asian Championship in Tianjin, China, from August 21-30, with a chance to qualify for the 2028 Olympics. The squad includes 14 players led by captain Pornpan Kaetprachaya and will
The Thai Volleyball Association has announced the roster for Thailand's women's volleyball team heading to the 2026 Asian Championship in China, where they will pursue a berth at the 2028 Olympic Games. The team will compete in Tianjin, China, from August 21-30, 2026.
The association has released the complete roster and coaching staff. Players include team captain Pornpan Kaetprachaya, Nattanischa Jaisaen, Piyanuch Paennoi, Kalyarat Kamwong, Jidapha Nahuahnong, Taddao Nukjaeng, Wimonrat Tanapun, Kannyarat Khuenmueang, Kaewkalya Komulthala, Pimpichaya Kokram, Chatchuon Moksri, Sipaporn Chantawisut, Ajcharaporn Kongyos, and Warisra Seetalaert.
Coaching and support staff include Amrin Bunkong (team manager), Kiarti Ratchatakrien (head coach), Theersak Nakprasong (assistant coach), Orouma Sittiruk (assistant coach), Shin Yoshida (assistant coach), Lt. Col. Dr. Anuvatana Wallaphapun (team physician), Dr. Suebsai Bunveerbut (sports psychology expert), Dr. Nathropee Pholyai (sports scientist), Ekkalak Pitisa (sports scientist), Sutamas Sutthiviriakul (physiotherapist), and Pannipa Chimchak (physiotherapist).
Thailand has been placed in Group B alongside Australia, Indonesia, and Kazakhstan. The team departs Monday, August 17, 2026, on Thai Airways flight TG 614 at 10:00 a.m., arriving at Beijing International Airport at 3:45 p.m. local time.
