Heartfelt: Sasipaporn reveals the most important source of encouragement in her life before the Thai women's volleyball team aims for gold at the 2026 Asian Games.
On 4 September 2026, Omsin Sasipaporn Chantavisut, the star middle blocker of the Thai women's national volleyball team, gave an interview before departing for a training camp in Fukuoka, Japan, from 4 to 13 September, ahead of the 2026 Asian Games competition from 16 to 22 September in Nagoya.
Sasipaporn Chantavisut performed exceptionally well, helping the Thai women's volleyball team win the 2026 Asian Women's Volleyball Championship and secure a spot at the 2028 Olympics—marking a historic first for Thailand.
Moreover, Omsin Sasipaporn earned the tournament's Best Middle Blocker award, topping three statistical categories: highest scorer (115 points), most attack points (104 points), and most successful receptions (57).
This makes Sasipaporn one of Thailand's key players for the 2026 Asian Games women's volleyball, where the team aims to win their first gold medal. Before departure, her mother and family warmly came to see her off and offer encouragement.
Omsin Sasipaporn revealed that her mother is the most important source of support in her life, always encouraging her to succeed. Her mother wished her well before the trip, saying, "Keep fighting and win, my child. I hope you achieve success."
Sasipaporn: "She is one of the most important sources of encouragement in my life. She constantly supports me and is a vital part of my life to whom I also dedicate myself."
Sasipaporn: "Yes. Actually, she wasn’t keen on me playing at first because she didn’t want me to be far away. When I was young, I came from a rural area, so she was worried about me."
Sasipaporn: "My mother is already proud because we talk about everything, and she always encourages me."
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