Seputarpublik.com || BANGKOK, July 3, 2026 — The International Sepaktakraw Federation (ISTAF) has welcomed the appointment of four new coaches to lead Thailand's Men's and Women's National Sepaktakraw Teams, describing the decision as an important step toward maintaining the country's long-standing tradition of excellence in the sport.

The appointments were officially announced by the Takraw Association of Thailand (TAT) as part of the national team's preparations for the 39th Thai King's Cup World Sepaktakraw Championship, one of the most prestigious tournaments on the international sepaktakraw calendar.

ISTAF Secretary General Datuk Abdul Halim Kader congratulated TAT on its prompt leadership decision, stating that the appointments reflect the association's commitment to continuity, professionalism, and sustained high-performance standards.

> "The appointment of these experienced coaches reflects Thailand's continued commitment to excellence in sepaktakraw. On behalf of ISTAF, I extend my sincere congratulations to the Takraw Association of Thailand and wish the newly appointed coaches and the national teams every success in their preparations for the 39th Thai King's Cup World Sepaktakraw Championship," said Datuk Abdul Halim Kader.