Pattaya, Thailand– The 21st Sepak Takraw Pattaya Cup concluded on August 25th, 2024, with a grand award ceremony held at the Physical Education Building of Pattaya City School 7 (Ban Nong Phang Kae). The event, which featured a total prize money of 191,000 baht and a prestigious trophy from Pattaya City, was presided over by Mr. Phraiwan Aromchuen, Vice President of the Pattaya City Council.
The closing ceremony saw the presence of notable figures including Mr. Banjong Banthoonprayuk, 2nd Vice President of the Pattaya City Council, Mr. Surin Yimyai, Mr. Prasatporn Deeden, and Mr. Jiravat Plukjai, members of the Pattaya City Council. Also in attendance were the Director of the Tourism and Sports Department, the Director of Pattaya City School 7, the Vice President of Wat Bunkanchanaram Community, judges from the Takraw Association of Thailand, athletes, sports tourism officials, and media representatives.
Competition Results
**Local People Category (Bang Lamung District)**
– **Winner**: Khao Phra Tamnak 1 Team
– **First Runner-up**: Khao Phra Tamnak 2 Team
– **Second Runner-up**: Wat Tham 1 Team and Pattaya City 7 A Team
**Male General Public Category**
– **Winner**: Khlong Toei Team
– **First Runner-up**: Teenagers Liap Khao Team
– **Second Runner-up**: Chit Chon Team and Rajnavy-Imane Team
**Female General Public Category**
– **Winner**: Ratchaburi Takraw Club
– **First Runner-up**: RBTC HOSTEL
– **Second Runner-up**: RMUTR C and Chonburi Physical Education Team
**General Public Category, Male, Senior 40 years and above**
– **Winner**: Phuket Takraw Club
– **First Runner-up**: Air Force Club
– **Second Runner-up**: Muang Pattaya 7 – Chai Charoen 1 and Pa Tong Team
**General Public Category, Senior 50 years and above**
– **Winner**: Thepsakasatri Team
– **First Runner-up**: Chang Phang Nga Team
– **Second Runner-up**: Lung Sai Seafood Team and Rayong Senior Takraw Club Team
The competition, held from August 22-25, 2024, aimed to promote good health among youth and the general public through exercise, foster unity, encourage sportsmanship, and enhance Pattaya’s image as a sports city and sports tourism destination. A total of 77 leading sepak takraw teams from across the country participated, creating a lively and competitive atmosphere.