KKU Staff Golf Club Secures Four Major Awards at Charity Tournament, Supporting ‘Pee Chuey Nong’ Fund

27 October 2025
16:24

On Sunday, 26 October 2025, the Khon Kaen University (KKU) Staff Golf Club delivered an outstanding performance at a charity golf tournament organised by the Mahasarakham University Alumni Association. Held at the Singha Park Golf Course in Khon Kaen Province, the KKU team secured significant prizes in both individual and team categories. Furthermore, their participation supported the establishment of the ‘Pee Chuey Nong’ (Senior Helps Junior) Fund, dedicated to providing scholarships for financially disadvantaged students.

The accomplishments of the Khon Kaen University Staff Golf Club are detailed as follows:

1.Assistant Professor Chamnan Boonyaputtipong, Ph.D. won the Overall Low Gross award with a score of 72.

2.Assistant Professor and Veterinarian Kanit Chookunhom, D.V.M., Ph.D. won the Overall Low Net award with a score of 72.

3.Mr. Jirawat Srisawangwong won the Flight B award with a score of 83.

4.The highest achievement of the competition was the Team Championship title secured by the KKU Staff Golf Club. The winning team members were:

- Assistant Professor Sermsak Sumaunont, M.D., Faculty of Medicine
- Assistant Professor and Veterinarian Kanit Chookunhom, D.V.M., Ph.D., Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
- Assistant Professor Suraphon Nesusin, Ph.D., Academic Services Centre
- Assistant Professor Chamnan Boonyaputtipong, Ph.D., Faculty of Architecture
- Mr. Jirawat Srisawangwong, Institute of General Education

Participation in this event reflects the commitment of Khon Kaen University personnel to engaging in social activities. The ‘Pee Chuey Nong’ Fund, supported by the proceeds of this tournament, will provide vital scholarships for students seeking access to quality education.

The collaboration between KKU staff and the Mahasarakham University Alumni Association demonstrates the strength of the educational institutional network within the Northeastern region of Thailand and serves as an excellent example of using sport as a sustainable tool for social benefit.
Image Credit: Khon Kaen University Staff Golf Club