Suan Sunandha Joins Press Conference for "Academy League 2026 – Pro Challenge 2027" Volleyball Tournaments, Championing "Phet Kila" Full Scholarships to Empower Student-Athletes Toward Professional Careers

Bangkok – On September 16, 2026, at 10:30 AM, the Student Development Division of Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University attended the official press conference for the Domestic Power Volleyball Academy League 2026 (Men's & Women's) and the Pro Challenge Volleyball League 2027 at the 25th Floor Meeting Room, 7th Cycle Birthday Anniversary Building, Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT). The events are jointly organized by SAT and the Volleyball Association of Thailand.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chutikarn Sriviboon, President of Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, designated Asst. Prof. Dr. Somsak Klaysung, Vice President for Student Affairs, to represent the university at the event.

The Domestic Power Volleyball Academy League 2026 (Men's & Women's) is scheduled for September 20–29, 2026, at the 4,000-Seat Gymnasium, Nakhon Pathom Municipal Stadium, Nakhon Pathom Province, providing a competitive platform for emerging athletes to enhance their skills.

Meanwhile, the Pro Challenge Volleyball League 2027 will take place from October 19–25, 2026, on the 4th Floor of the Health and Sports Center Building, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Bangkok. This major tournament serves as a pathway for elevating Thai volleyball players to the professional level.

Key attendees included Flight Sergeant 1st Class Nattapong Kesapan, Secretary-General of the Volleyball Association of Thailand; Mr. Supoj Toompracha, Secretary of the Nakhon Pathom Sports Association; Mr. Surachai Satitakorn, General Manager of Sales and Marketing at Mikasa Industry (Thailand) Co., Ltd.; and representatives from partner organizations.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Somsak Klaysung, Vice President for Student Affairs, stated that Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University is dedicated to leveraging sports as a "bridge to success." The university offers the "Phet Kila" (Sports Diamond) Scholarship, providing full tuition coverage according to university criteria, enabling promising youth athletes to pursue higher education while honing their athletic talents for professional and international success.

The university’s commitment to athletic excellence is exemplified by Ms. Sasipapron Janthawisut ("Aomsin"), a political science student at the College of Politics and Governance, who is a prominent member of the Thailand Women's National Volleyball Team competing in international tournaments.

Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University remains committed to supporting athletic events, uniting public and private sectors, sports associations, and educational institutions to advance Thai volleyball toward professional and international standards.

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