Mr. Aran Boonchai, Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Tourism and Sports Chaired the Outstanding Athlete Award Ceremony On National Sports Day 2022, with Dr. Kongsak Yodmanee, Governor of Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) and executives , staff, coaches and athletes present at Indoor Stadium Huamark, Sports Authority of Thailand on December 16, 2022.
The permanent secretary of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports said that “sports” in the year 2022 is considered a busy year for Thailand’s sports industry. Because all the athletes and sports personnel have dedicated themselves And lead Thailand’s sport together according to the intended intention Until it can be proved Thailand is one of the leaders in sports in ASEAN and Asia. From the work of athletes who have made their name at SEA Games, ASEAN Para Games, World Games and many world championships. As a result, the growth of the Thai sports industry continues to expand. especially the push forward “Sports for tourism or sports tourism” by hosting the world-class sporting event in Thailand, including offering to host major sporting events to be held in the future.
“For organizing an honorable event for outstanding athletes On National Sports Day 2022, considering the performance of individuals and sports teams in that year. including creating benefits for the nation To be a good role model for youth, dedication, determination, diligence, training and discipline, we would like to commend and congratulate all of today’s winners. Both at the provincial sports association level Sports Association of Thailand Including national awards with sincerity And I would like to encourage everyone to unite to move forward in taking Thai sports far and move forward sustainably forever.
Dr. Kongsak Yodmanee, Governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT), said that according to the Cabinet resolution of April 15, 1986, December 16 every year has been set as “National Sports Day” to commemorate the talented of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej Maha Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great Borommanatbophit winning the OK Sailing Race in the 4th Laem Thong Games on 16 December 1967 on behalf of Thailand national team athletes. which is regarded as the country’s sports history Ministry of Tourism and Sports by the Sports Authority of Thailand both the core and the region Therefore, they are ready to organize activities in “National Sports Day” in remembrance of His Majesty’s great benevolence towards the sport of the nation. In addition, the organization of National Sports Day It is also an honor to His Majesty the King. Who continuously carry forward the royal aspirations of Thai sports
“Excellent Athletes Award Ceremony On the occasion of the 2022 National Sports Day, this is the 36th time on behalf of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports. by the Sports Authority of Thailand and the National Sports Development Fund jointly held To honor, honor, thank and encourage the athletes, staff and sports associations who have accomplished valuable works. And create a clear reputation by bringing pride to Thailand throughout the year 2022 by holding this event organized under the concept of “Sports Make Sustainability”, which the Sports Authority of Thailand Realize and give importance to driving sports that must create balance in both economic and social aspects, as well as contribute to the maintenance of a good environment according to the government’s new economic policy framework, BCG model “
to honor outstanding athletes and sports personnel On the occasion of the National Sports Day of the year 2022, considered by the sub-committee for the selection of outstanding sports award winners National Sports Day 2022 of the Sports Authority of Thailand There was a request for a trophy royal from His Majesty the King. to give to amateur athletes Youth athletes, professional athletes, disabled athletes Outstanding professional Muay Thai athletes, both male and female, a total of 12 categories, 39 awards as follows:
1) 1 Valuable Sports Award, namely Major General Osot Pavilai, Chairman of ASEAN Disabled Sports Federation, Secretary General of Paralympic Committee of Thailand and Vice Chairman of International Sports Excellence Committee, including disabled sports
2) 1 Sports Prestige Award: Mr. Chutinan Bhirombhakdi, Former President of Thailand Paralympic Committee
3) 1 Valuable Sports Administrator Award namely Mr. Adisak Benjasiriwan
Vice-President of the Football Association of Thailand and Chairman of the Futsal and Beach Soccer Thailand National Development Team
4) 4 outstanding sports personnel awards: Outstanding Executive Award: Mr. Somporn Chaibangyang, President of Volleyball Association of Thailand, Outstanding Academic Award: Mr. Ekawit Sawangpol, the Weight Training Supervisor of Thailand National Athletics Team , Outstanding team manager award , including Mr. Thawat Kumutphongpanich Sepak Takraw Team Manager and outstanding jury award including Prof. Assoc. Dr. Paiboon Srichaisawat international boxing referee
5) 5 outstanding sports coaching awards, including outstanding amateur coaching award, namely Mr. Danai Sriwatcharamethakul Indoor Volleyball Thailand National Coach, foreign athlete outstanding coaching award, including Mr. Heekang Park, Taekwondo Thailand National Team Coach Taekwondo Outstanding Professional Athlete Coach Award Including Mr. Banphot Boonphaisarnseri Golf Coach Outstanding Regional Athlete Coach Award Including Sergeant Ek Suwat Chandam Lifting Coach Weightlifting, Sisaket Province Sports Association and the Award for Outstanding Coach of Disabled Athletes, namely Mr. Wisuthiphong Phanthong, Intellectually Disabled Swimming Coach
6) Outstanding Sports Team Award (EVENTS) and Outstanding Sports Team Award (SPORTS) 4 awards, consisting of Outstanding Disability Team Sports Award (EVENTS), i.e. Boccia Team BC1-2, Sports Award Disabled Outstanding Team (SPORTS), including the Thai national blind football team, Outstanding Team Sports Award (EVENTS), including Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Ms. Sapsiree Taerattanachai, mixed doubles badminton athlete, and the Outstanding Sports Team Award (SPORTS), including the national team of Thai women’s volleyball
7) 3 Outstanding Sports Association of Thailand awards, consisting of Outstanding Sports Association of Thailand, namely Athletic Association of Thailand Under the royal patronage of the King, Outstanding Disabled Sports Association of Thailand, including Mentally Disabled Sports Association of Thailand and outstanding provincial sports associations, including the Sisaket Provincial Sports Association
8) 4 Disabled Athlete Awards: Best Disabled Male Athlete: Mr. Pongsakorn Paeyor, Wheelchair Running Athlete, Best Disabled Secondary Athlete: Mr. Natthaphon Kaewmanee Athletics with Intellectual Disabilities, Outstanding Disabled Female Athlete Award, including the Ms. Nattrinee Kajonmetha, Intellectually Disabled Swimmer and the Outstanding Disabled Female Athlete Award, namely Ms. Orawan Chimpaen, Mentally Handicapped Athlete
9) Two Outstanding Professional Muay Thai Athlete Awards, consisting of an Outstanding Professional Male Muay Thai Athlete namely Mr. Ronnachai Swaengsap or Nicknamed Ronnachai Paeminburi (Ram Inthra Subdistrict) and an Outstanding Professional Female Muay Athlete Award Thai i.e. Mrs. Rungnapa Onwichian or Nickname Rungnapa, Mueang Petch District
10) 2 outstanding professional athlete awards, consisting of an outstanding professional male athlete award, namely Mr. Somkiat Chantra, Moto2 motorcycle rider, who competed in 18 fields in 2022, collected 128 points, ranked 10 st in the world and made history as the first Thai rider to win the world championship flat road motorcycle race. in indonesia And the Outstanding Female Professional Athlete Award is Ms. Atthaya Thitikul, a golfer who won 2 championships in the first season of LPGA Tour play, doing so in JTBC Classic battle and Walmart NDouble battle. she, she continued to maintain consistent performances, reaching the top 10 in 16 of 26 tournaments played on the LPGA Tour, poised to become the world No. 1 at a young age. the best rising star of the year 2022
11) Outstanding Amateur Youth Athlete Award, 6 awards, consisting of one outstanding amateur male athlete award, namely Mr. Phuripon Bunsorn, Athletics, one outstanding amateur youth male athlete award, namely Mr. Wirapon Wichuma , Weightlifter & ML Wekha Panupan, Sailing Athlete, Outstanding Female Amateur Athlete Award, namely Ms. Picchamon Opasnipat, Badminton Player, Outstanding Female Amateur Youth Athlete Award, namely, Miss Nuttakamon Wassana, Taekwan Do & Panchaya Channoi snooker players
12) Outstanding Amateur Athlete Award, 6 awards, consisting of one outstanding male amateur athlete award, namely Mr. Kunlawut Vitidsant, badminton player, one outstanding male amateur athlete award, namely Joshua Robert Atkin San Nakkrita and Mr. Nuttawut Sui Sui, Weightlifter, Outstanding Female Amateur Athlete Award, viz. Fleet Squadron Panipak Wongpattanakit, Taekwondo Player, Outstanding Female Amateur Athlete Award, Miss Ratchanok In Thanon, Badminton Player and Sergeant Orawan Paranang, table tennis player
In addition, to honor outstanding athletes On the occasion of the 2022 National Sports Day, there are also 232 Sports Association Outstanding Athlete Awards of the Year 2022, consisting of 121 provincial sports association awards and sportsmanship awards. 111 awards, with each award regarded as the morale and encouragement for all athletes who sacrifice, strive and dedicate themselves both physically and mentally to perform their duties for the nation. And able to build a reputation for Thailand over the past year. Hopefully this award will be a stimulus and reminder for everyone to keep their work and develop further.
