20th Edition · August 20–22, 2026

International Conference on
Sports Science and Health
(KUSHS)

"Aging Society: Challenges and Opportunity in Sport Management and Innovation"

AASM Conference 2026 and KUSHS International Conference in Sports Science and Health 2026

📍Miracle Grand Convention Hotel, Bangkok
🗓️August 20–22, 2026
🏛️Hosted by Kasetsart University
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Abstract Submission Deadline: June 30, 2026

About the Conference

International Conference on
Sports Science and Health (KUSHS)
Bangkok 2026

The 20th Asian Association for Sport Management Conference (AASM 2026) is held in conjunction with the KUSHS International Conference on Sports Science and Health, bringing together leading scholars, practitioners, and policymakers from across Asia and beyond.

This year's theme — "Aging Society: Challenges and Opportunity in Sport Management and Innovation" — reflects the growing importance of addressing the needs of aging populations through sport, health science, and innovative management strategies.

Hosted by the Faculty of Sports and Health Science, Kasetsart University and the Sport Management Association of Thailand (SMAT), the conference will take place at the prestigious Miracle Grand Convention Hotel in Bangkok.

Active aging and sport in Bangkok
Aug 20–22
BANGKOK 2026

Timeline

Important Dates

March 15, 2026
📢 Call for Papers Opens
April 1, 2026
📝 Registration Opens
June 30, 2026
📄 Abstract Submission Deadline
July 10, 2026
✉️ Abstract Acceptance Notification
July 20, 2026
💳 Early Registration & Payment Deadline
July 31, 2026
📑 Full Paper Submission Deadline (Optional)
July 21 – Aug 19
🗓️ Regular Registration & Payment
Aug 20–22, 2026
🏨 On-site Registration & Payment
August 20, 2026
🏃 Optional Tour / Sport Science Workshop
August 21–22, 2026
🎓 Conference Days

Participate

Registration

Early Registration
April 1 – July 20, 2026
Regular Registration
July 21 – August 19, 2026
On-site Registration
August 20–22, 2026
CategoryEarly
Apr 1 – Jul 20
Regular
Jul 21 – Aug 19
On-site
Aug 20–22
ProfessionalUSD 200USD 250USD 300
Student
* Valid student card required
USD 150USD 200USD 250
Local ProfessionalTHB 3,000THB 3,500THB 4,000
Local StudentTHB 2,000THB 2,500THB 3,500
SMAT MemberTHB 2,500

Conference Package Includes

  • Conference proceedings in electronic files (available for download)
  • A conference souvenir
  • 2 Lunches & coffee/tea breaks at the conference venue
  • 1 Gala Dinner
  • E-certificate of participation

Register Online

Online registration is available through the official conference website. Early registration is encouraged to secure your spot and benefit from reduced fees.

Early Bird Deadline: July 20, 2026
Register at aasm2026.kasetsart.org

Payment Details

International Transfer

Account Name:
KUSHS International Conference
Account Number:
769-293486-1
Bank Name:
SIAM COMMERCIAL BANK PCL.
SWIFT Code:
SICOTHBK
Bank Code:
014
Branch Name:
KAM PHAENG SAEN (Kasetsart University) Branch
Branch Code:
0769
Address:
Kasetsart University, Kamphaeng Saen Campus, 1 Moo 6, Malaiman Road, Kamphaeng Saen Sub-district, Kamphaeng Saen District, Nakhon Pathom 73140, Thailand.

Thai Bank Transfer

ชื่อบัญชี (Account Name):
โครงการประชุมวิชาการนานาชาติด้านวิทยาศาสตร์การกีฬาและสุขภาพ
เลขที่บัญชี (Account Number):
769-293486-1
ชื่อธนาคาร (Bank Name):
ธนาคารไทยพาณิชย์ สาขากำแพงแสน (มหาวิทยาลัยเกษตรศาสตร์)

Research

Call for Papers

We invite sport management and sports science researchers to submit academic research abstracts for oral and poster presentations.
Submission Deadline: June 30, 2026

🎤
Oral Presentation
15 minutes presentation + 5 minutes Q&A
📋
Poster Presentation
90 cm × 120 cm board
Sport Governance and Policy
Human Resource Management in Sport Organizations
Strategy, Leadership and Stakeholder Management in Sport
Sport Marketing and Sponsorship
Sport Consumer Behavior
Sport Events and Tourism
Sport Media, Public Relations and Communication
E-Sport and Technology Management
Sport Facility Management
Sport Finance and Economics
Sport Law, Legal and Ethical Aspects of Sport
Public Health and Physical Activity Management
Sport History, Socio-Cultural Perspectives
Olympic Movement and Legacy Management
Sport Management Education
Broader, New and Critical Aspects of Sport Management

Submission Guidelines

LengthNot exceed 800 words (excluding author names and references, max 6 references)
FormatTimes New Roman, font size 12, single line spacing, no text design features
LanguageEnglish only, following APA formatting and style guide
TitleBrief, capitalize first letter of each word, no abbreviations
AuthorsInclude names, institutional affiliation, and email of principal author
Author LimitsMaximum 1 paper first-authored and 3 papers co-authored
Review ProcessAll abstracts subjected to blind review

Abstract Structure

1Objectives
2Theoretical Background and Literature Review
3Methodology
4Results/Findings and Discussion
5Conclusion
6References
File naming format:
2026AASM – [Short Title]_Surname
e.g., 2026AASM_Sponsorship Effectiveness_Kutintara

Submit to Your Country Representative (Sport Management)

CountryEmailPerson in Charge
Japan[email protected]Editorial Board of JJSM
Korea[email protected]Dr. Jang, WonSeok (Eric)
Philippines[email protected]Ms. Geraldine Bernardo
Singapore[email protected]Dr. G. Balasekaran
TaiwanGoogle FormYu-Wu Lee
Thailand[email protected]Editorial Board of MSMJ
Other Countries[email protected]Dr. Issadee Kutintara

* For Sport Science (all countries): [email protected] — Dr. Issadee Kutintara

Schedule

Tentative Program

* Schedule is subject to change based on number of presentations and other conditions

Conference Day 1

08:30–09:30
Registration
📍 Hotel
09:30–10:00
Opening Ceremony & Welcome Speech by KU President and VIPs
10:00–10:45
Special Speech
10:45–11:00
Coffee Break (All)
11:00–12:00
Keynote Session 1
12:00–13:00
Lunch (All) / AASM General Assembly (with lunch)
13:15–15:00
Panel Discussion 1 (AASM) / Panel Discussion 2 (SHS)
15:00–15:15
Coffee Break (All)
15:15–16:00
Opening Ceremony of Poster Presentation
16:00–18:00
Oral Presentations 1 / Oral Presentations SHS
18:00–21:00
Gala Dinner (All participants)
📍 Hotel
Miracle Grand Convention Hotel, Bangkok

Location

Conference Venue

Miracle Grand Convention Hotel

Bangkok, Thailand

miraclegrandhotel.com
🗓️
Conference Dates
August 21–22, 2026
🏃
Pre-Conference Activities
August 20, 2026 — Optional Tour & Sport Science Workshop @ KU Kamphaengsaen
🏛️
Hosted by
Faculty of Sports and Health Science, Kasetsart University & Sport Management Association of Thailand
✈️
How to Get There
Accessible from Don Mueang (DMK) and Suvarnabhumi (BKK) airports

Keynote Speakers

Distinguished experts sharing insights on sports science, management, and aging society

Dr. Pongsak Sawadikiat

Dr. Pongsak Sawadikiat

Judicial & Social Roles

Vice Chairperson of Associate Judges, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Juvenile and Family Court

Chairman, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Supitr Samahito Foundation

Chairman, Samsenwittayalia alumni Foundation

Deputy Director, Thailand Olympic Academy (TOA)

President, Faculty of Education Alumni Association, Kasetsart University

Advisor, Faculty of Sports and Health Science, Kasetsart University

Executive Director, Pisit Group

Guest Lecturer, Ph.D. Program in Sports Management: Kasetsart University and Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University

Guest Lecturer, Ph.D. Program in Community Health Development: Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University

Guest Lecturer, Ph.D. Program in Business Administration (DBA): Rajamangala University of Technology

Guest Lecturer, Master of Business Economics (MBE): Kasetsart University

Guest Lecturer, Master of Business Administration (MBA): Khon Kaen University and Rajamangala University of Technology

Guest Lecturer, Master of Management in Entrepreneurship (MME): Bangkok University

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Coming Soon

Coming Soon

Keynote Speaker 2

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Coming Soon

Coming Soon

Keynote Speaker 3

Our Partners

Sponsors & Partners

We are grateful for the support of our sponsors and partners who make this conference possible.

Main Organizers

🏫

Kasetsart University

🏥

Faculty of Sports and Health Science

🌏

AASM (Asian Association for Sport Management)

Supporting Organizations

🏅

Sport Management Association of Thailand (SMAT)

🔬

KUSHS (International Conference on Sports Science and Health)

🎓

Kamphaengsaen Campus

Interested in Sponsoring?

Contact us to learn about sponsorship opportunities for AASM Conference 2026

Contact Us

Get in Touch

Contact Us

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Dr. Issadee Kutintara

Organizing Committee

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Dr. Pornchai Trusjaithum

Organizing Committee

[email protected]
+66 84 878 4589

Organizing Committee

20th Asian Association for Sport Management Conference 2026
Faculty of Sports and Health Science, Kasetsart University Kamphaengsaen Campus
1 Moo 6 Malaiman Road, Kamphaengsaen, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand
Tel/Fax: +66 34 355 258  |  Mobile: +66 81 890 8261