Samut Songkhram:"Nong Bow" Kanyarat Khunmuang, a celebrated Thai national volleyball player, returned to her former school, Wat Bang Prachan School, bringing gifts and goodwill.
According to Thai News Agency, the athlete, affectionately known as "The Fast Spike Angel," is part of the Thai national women's volleyball team, which won the 2026 Asian Championships and secured a spot in the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. She also contributed to the team's bronze medal victory at the 2026 Asian Games in China. During her visit to Wat Bang Prachan School, Kanyarat donated volleyballs and nets and treated students to noodles, creating a joyful and proud atmosphere.
The school community warmly welcomed her with a traditional Thai drum procession, where students lined the roads waving Thai national flags. Phra Khru Samut Veerakorn, the abbot of Wat Bang Prachan, greeted her with a bouquet of flowers, while Ms. Natthida Sarata, the school director, honored her achievements with a certificate recognizing her as a distinguished alumna.
Kanyarat's visit was filled with excitement as she signed autographs and posed for photos with students who presented her with roses. Her generous donation of sports equipment aimed to inspire students to pursue sports and develop their skills.