It is with great sadness that Than Chanokchonm Limpinphet, an ice hockey player for the Thailand national team, has passed away at the age of 27. Family, friends, and fans have gathered to mourn his loss.
On 18 May 2026 GMT+7, the Thai sports community faced another tragic event when "Than" Than Chanokchonm Limpinphet, also known as "Than Koh Tao," an ice hockey player for the Thailand national team, died at 27 years old. His passing has deeply saddened family, friends, and fans who mourn this loss.
Dr. Kae, Dr. Suwanna Silpa-archa, Vice President of the Olympic Committee of Thailand, team manager of the national ice hockey team, and President of the Figure and Speed Skating Association of Thailand, stated, "Today we have lost Than, who was beloved by all of us."
"Than will always remain in our memories... Thank you for all the good times, your smiles, warmth, and the memories you gave us. We are deeply saddened by Than's passing and extend our heartfelt condolences to Than's family. We will always miss you, Than. Rest in peace, dear Than, with love from Aunt Kae."
Than Chanokchonm Limpinphet was a key player for the Thailand national team, making history by winning the Division 3 Group A World Championship and securing promotion. He competed in numerous international tournaments such as the Ice Hockey World Championships, Winter Asian Games, and SEA Games. He was cherished by teammates, staff, and those around him.
Photo credit: Dr. Suwanna Silpa-archa