"Madame Valley" and Madame Pang's Commitment,
In recent months, rumors have periodically reached my ears.
They concern Madame Pang Nualphan Lamsam possibly losing heart and stepping down as head of Thai football after her current term.
She has grown weary of the many daily problems that hinder smooth management as she wishes.
Especially financial liquidity issues, despite Madame Pang's every effort to clear debts the association did not incur herself.
However, it seems few recognize these efforts.
Most focus on overall results, which would discourage anyone.
Nevertheless, these remain mere "rumors" and speculation by sports media.
Most of whom support Madame Pang.
Because few people now dedicate themselves selflessly to Thai sports without hidden interests.
Last week, I was very glad that Madame Pang Nualphan Lamsam held a press conference.
To officially launch "Madame Valley," or Madame Valley Sports Complex and Resort.
A comprehensive sports complex in Khao Yai.
She purchased Kirin Valley from Big Rawi Lhotong, the Siam Sport and Muangthong United chairman, earlier this year.
Then renovated nearly everything; from the existing FIFA standard football field,
it will be enhanced with full facilities including gym, fitness center, padel court, tennis, pickleball, badminton, swimming pool, steam and sauna, and more.
The first event to inaugurate Madame Valley is a simple sport Madame Pang frequently uses for exercise recently: table tennis.
An official competition titled "SUPER MASTER TABLE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIP 2026".
Sponsored by Madame Pang and Muang Thai Insurance with total prizes of 1.1 million baht.
This is the first senior table tennis tournament, held on an international level.
Certified by the Table Tennis Association of Thailand.
The competition is divided into three age groups: 40–49, 50–59, and 60+, for both men and women.
It aims to provide senior athletes a full opportunity to showcase their talents.
Qualifiers will be held on 9–10 Dec 2026 at Central WestGate.
The final eight will compete on 12–13 Dec 2026 at Madame Valley, Khao Yai.
Applications are open now until 29 Nov 2026; interested participants can register at https://www.ttatthailand.com/supermaster2026.
At the same time, Madame Pang has launched another major and highly notable project.
The "Miss Madame Pang by Muang Thai Insurance" pageant.
A new-generation beauty contest breaking traditional molds, seeking 8 well-rounded women.
Offering opportunities for learning, self-development, and expanding skills into the business world.
The project operates under the concept "THE VISION: PEOPLE • OPPORTUNITIES • GROWTH."
Believing every woman has unique strengths and talents.
Selection criteria go beyond beauty or outward appearance.
They consider ideas, communication skills, wit, creativity,
authenticity, adaptability, leadership, and teamwork potential.
A key highlight is selecting 8 Women of MISS MADAME PANG by Muang Thai Insurance.
Each chosen woman will receive 2 million baht, totaling 16 million baht, plus benefits and welfare.
They will gain development opportunities to prepare for new professional roles alongside Madame Pang in business.
Applications are open until 30 Nov 2026; live audition finalists will be announced on 2 Dec.
Selection takes place on 6 Dec to determine the final 32.
Activities to meet the Top 32 and a residential program, *The Real World Journey*, will occur 13–18 Jan 2027.
At Madame Valley Sports Complex & Resort in Khao Yai, Nakhon Ratchasima Province.
These two major events inaugurating "Madame Valley"
likely confirm Madame Pang's sincere commitment to Thai society
and to the Thai sports community.
Still #BelieveInPang as always!
- B Bangpakong -