TeJay Pannawit Wangjaisuk, a rising youth golfer, delivered an outstanding performance by shooting 4 under par 68 on two consecutive days to win the Class EB category at the SINGHA-KRUNGTHAI Junior Golf Ranking 2026–2027 Central Region, Round 5.
The SINGHA-KRUNGTHAI Junior Golf Ranking 2026–2027 Central Region Round 5 took place at Dynasty Golf & Country Club on 17–18 October 2026. “The Wolf Juniors – TeJay,” or Master Pannawit Wangjaisuk, maintained his strong form throughout the competition.
On the first day, TeJay scored 4 under par 68, with 1 under par 35 on the front nine and 3 under par 33 on the back nine, taking the lead in Class EB.
Entering the second day, TeJay continued his consistent play, scoring another 4 under par 68, again splitting 1 under par 35 on the front nine and 3 under par 33 on the back nine, finishing with a total of 8 under par 136 to claim first place by three strokes over the runner-up, who scored 5 under par 139.
What stood out in this competition was not only the under-par scores over both days but also the development in game planning and decision-making on the course, especially learning to assess each hole’s situation, choosing appropriate shots based on ball position, and understanding that making a birdie on every hole is not always necessary.
When the first shot doesn’t go as planned, opting to play conservatively for par or accepting a bogey in certain situations can be wiser than risking additional strokes. This mindset is a key lesson TeJay is learning to maintain rhythm and momentum throughout the round.
Additionally, emphasis was placed on improving the short game around the green, particularly selecting suitable chip shots based on surface conditions, judging ball landing spots, and putting on sloped greens, which requires reading the line, controlling speed, and precision to reduce errors and preserve scores on each hole.
Mr. Piyapong Wangjaisuk, TeJay’s father, spoke about his son’s progress in this competition: “After the last event, we reviewed that besides swing and hitting techniques, what TeJay needs to develop further is his thinking process and game planning for each hole.”
“Especially understanding that when situations don’t go as planned, it’s not necessary to always try to fix everything by making birdies. Sometimes choosing to play for par or even accepting a bogey to avoid bigger mistakes is a good decision because golf competition requires looking at the overall 18 holes, not just a single shot.”
“What I try to teach TeJay is to think before every shot about the situation he is facing, what options he has, and the risks involved. It’s not just about hitting toward the flag but knowing where the ball will land if he misses and how he will play the next shot.”
“Another area we have refocused on is the short game, especially handling situations around the green and putting downhill, which requires good speed control. Sometimes a slightly too hard putt can lead to multiple recovery shots. We want TeJay to gradually learn that golf is not just about hitting well but also about thinking and decision-making.”
“For these two days of competition, I’m happy that TeJay maintained a 4 under par score each day. But more importantly, I see him beginning to understand how to manage his game better, knowing when to attack, when to play safe, and that he doesn’t need to take risks every time for a good score. In the end, consistency and smart decisions will be key to advancing to higher-level competitions.”
“Pro Nam” Thichalada Nithithirosakul, TeJay’s coach, described the development approach: “We continue to focus on strengthening and stabilizing TeJay’s swing fundamentals while simultaneously improving his course management and strategic planning.”
“As competition intensifies, the ability to simply hit well is not enough. Golfers must analyze situations, choose appropriate shots, and manage risks effectively.”
“We want TeJay to think more independently on every hole, from planning before the tee shot, selecting target landing areas, to assessing situations after mistakes, along with refining his short game and putting, especially on sloped greens, which requires reading the line and controlling speed carefully.”
“Scoring 68 in both rounds is a good result, but we see many details still need improvement, particularly in consistent decision-making, maintaining focus, and sticking to the game plan.”
“Our goal is not just to achieve good scores in individual events but to build a strong foundation so TeJay can handle tougher and more competitive matches in the future.”
This championship marks another continued success for “The Wolf Juniors – TeJay,” following his recent win at the SINGHA Junior Golf Central Ranking 2026–2027 Round 9 on 4 October at the same venue, where he scored 6 under par 66.
Winning again with a total score of 8 under par 136 over 36 holes reflects progress not only in scoring but also in learning systematic game thinking, planning, and competition management.
TeJay’s remaining 2026 schedule includes five more tournaments, starting with SINGHA Junior Golf Central Ranking Round 10 on 1 November at Uniland Golf & Resort.
Next is the SINGHA-KRUNGTHAI Junior Golf Ranking Central Region Round 5 on 7–8 November at Grand Prix Golf Club in Kanchanaburi, followed by SINGHA Junior Golf Central Ranking Rounds 11 and 12 on 29 November at Uniland Golf & Resort and 13 December at Dynasty Golf & Country Club, respectively.
The year’s competition will conclude with SINGHA-KRUNGTHAI Junior Golf Ranking 2026–2027 Central Region Round 6 on 19–20 December at Royal Hua Hin Golf Course in Prachuap Khiri Khan, where TeJay previously won the Singha-Krungthai Junior tournament in December 2024.
TeJay will use experience gained from past competitions to analyze and develop with his coach in swing fundamentals, short game, putting, and game planning to build consistency and a deeper understanding of competition, continuing his journey as a youth golfer while valuing both learning and enjoyment in playing golf.
