Sirisak Yodyardthai () is a Thai professional football manager who is currently the head coach of Thai League 1 club Rasisalai United.
Early life
When he was 15, Sirisak was given the chance to play with his football idol, which made him want to pursue a football career. Besides playing football, he also enjoyed running in torrid weather with his brother.
Career
Under his tutelage, Thai Honda were promoted to the Thai League 1 for the 2017 season. The Bangkok University graduate believes that players should not undertake vigorous physical activity before a game as it will exhaust rather than energize the player.
He led his team to their first top-flight victory in 10 years when they beat Bangkok United 1–0.
Before he became coach of Thai Honda, he did multiple jobs for them including carrying their equipment, preparing food and even being a van driver for the club. Also, he has been an assistant coach for 17 years. In 2016, he replaced Takami Masami as coach.
His sacking as coach was announced in April 2017 after a 3–1 defeat to Chonburi. with 3 wins and 8 losses.
Managerial statistics
+ Managerial record by team and tenureTeamFromToRecordThai Honda Ladkrabang1 January 201629 April 2017Thailand (caretaker)7 January 201914 June 2019Ubon United28 September 201930 November 2019Khon Kaen1 January 20206 March 2020Udon Thani12 February 202131 March 2021Pattaya Dolphins United1 November 20214 August 2022Nakhon Pathom United11 September 202415 November 2024Chiangrai United22 August 202530 June 2026Thailand U17 (caretaker) 1 April 202618 April 2026Rasisalai United 12 July 2026PresentTotal
Honours Thai Honda FC Thai Division 1 League: 2016
Awards
For his efforts in taking Thai Honda FC to the Thai League 1 in 2016, he received an award for the best professional sports coach.
Personal life
Sirisak has a brother and a sister. Now, he has two sons.
References
External links Soccerway Profile