Coach Sakol Kliangprasert, the driver coach of the “Dream Transport” team, drops a bombshell after departing Monthongwittaya School, declaring that "Te Warakorn" should never have been part of his life from the beginning!
Amid the controversy between the Monthongwittaya School football team and former coach Sakol Kliangprasert, who has officially parted ways with the school, Coach Sakol recently addressed a video circulating online showing him carrying belongings while walking across the football field in darkness, leading to speculation that the lights were turned off to force him out of the school.
He also commented on the case of "Te" Warakorn Changkhiandee, who chose to stay with Monthongwittaya instead of transferring to Putthirangsipiboon School.
Coach Sakol revealed during an 11-a-side football match, a special game between Pongsathorn United and Monthongwittaya, that the video was recorded while players were released to have dinner. As he was about to leave to get into his vehicle, he decided to cut across the field instead of walking along the road because the parking spot was far due to construction. Regarding suspicions that the lights were deliberately turned off to drive him away, he insisted he did not know who switched off the lights and believed no one intended harm since he posed no threat to anyone.
Regarding the leaked audio clip that became a key reason for the split, Coach Sakol said he wanted everyone to listen for themselves to see who was disadvantaged. He admitted uncertainty about whether his actions were right but said if it helped officials improve, that would benefit the students. However, if there were negative outcomes, he accepted responsibility for his mistakes. He also suspected the clip's release came from someone with ill intent, noting the conversation involved only two people.
The former Monthongwittaya coach acknowledged facing considerable pressure recently but tried to endure it. Some people called him to vent their frustrations until they cried, while many students came forward to defend him, having known him for a long time and understanding his character. He felt that while he was there, his dignity as a teacher and mentor had diminished.
Regarding "Te" Warakorn Changkhiandee, who reportedly did not follow Coach Sakol, he said he did not know what Te was thinking. If Te decided to remain at Monthongwittaya, he should now help with the work there. He suggested asking the parents how they are supporting their child. Coach Sakol stated he dislikes athletes who negotiate terms excessively or cannot be controlled. From now on, it would be clear whether children shape the coach or the coach shapes the children.
As for the hashtag "Have Te, No Coach," Coach Sakol frankly said his life should never have included Te because he was not a player he selected; Te had joined without invitation. However, by chance, the role Coach Sakol gave Te was performed well, allowing him to survive. He said, "Those who love Te can support him; those who support Sakol can support me. After a year here, can Te build a new reputation? And can I build a new reputation after leaving? I don't know what drama there will be—I’m not interested."