Phrae United Players Train With Lions FC

Across August and September, players from Thailand T2 team Phrae United have travelled to Australia with Lions FC Academy Coach Kiwi Luu as part of the growing relationship between the two clubs.

The two players, Panthakit Boonyachot and Jetnipit Pompha, have spent their time in Brisbane training at our facilities at Lions FC. This has included conditioning in our gym, while also participating in training sessions with our Senior Lions Men, as they prepared for a busy end of season that included a Kappa Pro Series Final and an NPL Grand Final.

Panthakit Boonyachot, nicknamed Few, is a talented goalkeeper with a wealth of experience under his belt despite his young age of 22. Currently playing for Phrae United after joining in 2023, Few has also represented his nation as a member of the Thailand U23 National Team camp. Few is currently serving as the backup goalkeeper for the senior team and has a bright future ahead of him.

Jetnipit Pompha, who goes by Peet, has been showcasing his attacking prowess while training with our NPL Men. The dynamic winger has been with Phrae United since 2023, making nine appearances over two seasons at 19 years old. Recently, the talented youngster has joined Thai club Chiangmai FC on loan for the upcoming season!

Earlier in the year, our Lions FC U9 FQA Coach Kiwi Luu travelled to Thailand to work alongside Phrae United. He was given the opportunity to collaborate with the Phrae United Technical Director and Head Coach, shadowing the team through a standard week in professional football.

From sitting in on meetings and video sessions with players to staff strategy meetings and matchday preparations, Kiwi was able to gather valuable insight and experience from the team at Phrae United.
Now, with Peet and Few travelling over to Australia and spending some time training with our Senior NPL Men, we have been able to strengthen our relationship further. Kiwi has been looking after the boys while they utilise our facilities at Lions FC, while joining our training sessions and gathering valuable insight.
The long-term goal is to continue creating opportunities for the two clubs to work together in the future. Both Warren Moon and Kiwi Luu have been essential in the process, creating strong pathways for both players and coaches to gain different learning and cultural experiences.

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