How did soccer players survive in Thai cave?

The boys reportedly drank water dripping down the sides of the cave, ate snacks they had with them and were taught by their coach to meditate.

[@claudiaholmes9086]

Their coach is a hero. He kept them alive and calm and gave them his food. I want to hug him. I wish I could hug all of the heroic rescuers.

[@joeshiesty4613]

You can't hug now lmao

[@CalipsoCareline]

He got so sad about all the situation that after they got rescued he decided to became a monk. But all the families thanked him for doing such an amazing work into making kids calm

[@user-sk3fj9rs3g]

Coach is only 25years old. How could he took good care of boys . So respectful.

[@alexiscastaneda3546]

BAU angel it's because of him why they have to undergo that ordeal in the first place....

[@hauyee2301]

Alexis Castaneda why blame him,the Coach only follow them in the cave 😒😒😒

[@justice_crash2521]

Meditation

[@heisenberg8917]

Alexis Castaneda ..Yeah, you should start meditation.

[@pitti-sing1203]

BrighT L0rd om mani peme hung. 🙏🏻

[@C8mon]

Absolutely unbelievable that they were able to rescue them. Definitely can't forget than one rescuer lost his life. RIP to him and all the other heroes who die saving others.

[@traw1369]

BigMac39 her*

[@C8mon]

No it was a man. His name was Saman Gunan he was a former Thai navy SEAL.

[@DjonnyKrajkatoaSimataIrMsc]

BigMac39 he simply miscalculate o3

[@A_burger1720]

Hi, can you tell me how did they get into the cave in the first place. I've been searching it up and the articles I have read are unbelievable.

[@pradeepzclicks3814]

Leon Ross they went there for fun after their practice and soon it flooded with rain water.

[@RayMak]

RIP to the rescuer who lost his life. Bravo to all the rescuers who selflessly went in to help them. May they recover from this ordeal quickly and be free from unknown bacteria.

[@hollywoodRia]

Their coach is really amazing bless him, kids and all the rescuers. Great job!

[@ms.sharon.262]

At least there is still something positive and good in the world. The rescue teams from all over the world coming together to help these boys. Bravo!

[@TheHybridlogic]

This whole rescue mission has me awestruck!! Just the fact that the British cave divers were even able to find them is truly a miracle. The cave system is a like a maze with dead ends, so the first trip would've been the toughest. And can you imagine the composure of these kids?? I feel that their coach helped keep everyone sane. Never even swam before and now faced with the most demanding cave dive, even for the pros. This whole rescue mission was incredible and well coordinated. R.I.P to the Thai Navy SEAL who lost his life, a true hero.

[@michaelrosspearson9756]

TheHybridlogic well said. Yes the coach kept them alive, a hero.

[@Miumiu0404]

I hope the coach doesn't blame himself.

[@tatarmatae3931]

He already do it. When they're in the cave , Thai navy seal let them wrote a letter to their parents. Coach wrote the letter too and the first word is "sorry for all parents". He's already think that is his fault. By the way, Thai people not blame him. We think no one want this happen. And all kids parent said at the first day that they known their kid are trapped in the cave "Our kid will be safe cause they go with the coach."

[@drawer982]

James, best news broadcast ever. You are so good at what you do. This story was so impactful because of you.

[@TappaTop]

I was thinking the coach should be held accountable but after hearing how he selflessly took care of those boys i see him as the perfect person to be there with them.

[@lynchannel9948]

TappatopShotta without the coach... They were all probably died...

[@joshuakerger2897]

Doesn’t make him any less accountable. But accidents happen and he has obviously been doing good things for these kids as a coach and mentor which has paid off. With out prior training in meditation and a strong feeling of trust for the coach it may not have ended up this way. Maybe in the half long run it would of been a problem that he didn’t keep himself alive with his share of food. But not longe after that they would all be dead anyways. 10 days is a long time, Also, thank the rescue teams and those that helped locate them but don’t thank GOD. Actually, the same reason why the coach is accountable, because if there is a (GOD) and he is in charge of everything that happens. Then he put them in the cave, so why thank him.. We humans make things happen. We are creators.

[@SANESX]

To be fair. Weather that day had no sign of rain. Cave still dry and warning stated danger period month away. They also plan to go inside only a short hours in main hall. It was sudden water that push them deeper into higher ground. If god have something in this could be sudden monsoons rain out of nowhere.

[@rosey7574]

S. Karnkrasang yeah and the kid wanted to go to the cave because it was his birthday so (according to the some news) they could write their names on the wall.

[@RaccoonNation]

The monk training & meditation saved these children. . . I'm so sad the military member lost his life. Blessings and Sabali to everyone 👼

[@ezechimerechikezie7291]

LilWayneOnTheBrain . But remember jesus saved this children. His blood still speaks

[@LOADING...o.o.o]

Ezechimere Chikezie really? Jesus knows meditation?

[@ezechimerechikezie7291]

No but jesus is the only way in which we can be saved and every form of salvation. Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved." acts 4:12

[@ezechimerechikezie7291]

but other than that jesus loves you though he went through all trauma to save you, there is so many things we put our faith in but are we actually getting saved by them ? like can we know in our hearts that the religion we are following is saving us and promises a future that we can truly believe that if we were to die today we know what will become of us or are we blind to deeper things of life than the normal life. There is one thing I know and it's this through jesus christ I have mercy and forgiveness and hope and not a far distanct relationship but one where I can talk to God and he speaks back but this only happens through accepting jesus as our personal saviour then God exposes himself. john 3:16 God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. I pray this day God opens you to see the truth in jesus christ. And his love will be poured out on you in jesus name Amen.

[@ezechimerechikezie7291]

And to correct that jesus knows everything his meditation is by the true word of God and we are supposed to dwell and think deeply on his word oh so much life in his word try it out think deep on thew word of God like the hope it gives

[@mtvta1981]

They are amazing and brave.

[@melb02259]

OMG..This made me cries.Thank you to the rescue team..BRAVO!!!

[@tulkas42o22]

That's a badass group of kids !!!! I'm speechless

[@dolphindolphyyah303]

This is so touching, their story is so heartwarming, encouraging and amazing.

[@southernsass2937]

Miraculous!! God bless all of you ❤

[@kingmkangleicha667]

tragedy always bring people together.Hope we dont have to rely on tragedy everytime.

[@tinakuwait]

King M agree!

[@pedroamador1991]

We already do

[@yudithdm9302]

Well said 😊🇺🇸🇲🇽

[@susantay241]

Meditation do help to keep them survive and lucky they were found by the 2 British navy seal.

[@menaj2954]

God thank you, these beautiful kids will be fine I feel it in my bones. The fact they okay soccer already resilient with a coach who took good care, God saved them. I'm so happy, good bless the divers. Thank you Thailand, thank you God.

[@dcantrell5584]

I did not know the coach was only 25 and how selfless he was at such a young age, bless him. I can't believe there was talk of criminal charges against him glad that's not on the table. Bless all those strong boys.

[@mick536]

And I go crazy when my WiFi goes out for 30 minutes smh

[@jiratone]

Chang Choi lol u so funny

[@galememeeof6688]

A lot of prayers have definitely been answered. Prayers for the Thai diver who lost his life and his family now. Thanks to their coach, the divers, volunteers, and now the hospital staff for their part in this miracle that was seen all around the world.

[@andyhamerlinck2366]

Thai! greatest people in the world! I mean that!!!!!! Bless you all!!!!

[@swimmingtitans]

Bless the coach as well! (Plus of course all the rescuers, and good navy seal Saman)

[@gokulavasanstudent2709]

the fact that the coach gave them the food and never kept them for himself is just selfless

[@maayongaga729]

👏👏👏👏👏 Great Rescue Great Boys.

[@patriciacosgrove5829]

There are many wonderful, good and courageous people in this world. Thanks to all of them!

[@brandonpost02]

I’m smelling a Hollywood movie about this

[@chrishemsworth73]

SUPER VIP ...lets Hollywood make a movie on this boy's.. It's base on true story ..the cave kid's. Hope Hollywood highlights this movie title. And hope all kid's safe with their families.

[@tridentremixes5449]

There's nothing wrong with making a movie about something like this. Take Captain Phillips for example!

[@kiraz3916]

SUPER VIP and I wish the main actor is the diver who sacrificed his life to save the boys

[@jakesaen7263]

So amazing everyones n the recuse theys r the hero to save those 12 boys n including the coach❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏👍👍👍

[@officialgreenson4201]

Its good to be a monk,,doing meditation to survive

[@lisheanue6616]

Thank you For Saving all those Children and Coach. God bless all of you.

[@rivenadeshizzle]

Best Thai "happy ending" ever!!

[@para_momal]

rivenade That's is messed up and I still laughed at it.

[@lunamaria1048]

Omg LMAO

[@DGoldy303]

Is that a porn reference?

[@lunamaria1048]

It's a Thai massage reference lol... You pay extra, happy ending for you lol

[@aalegalfocus]

What a gripping story. I couldn't believe it when I heard the good news. May the boys go on to have happy and healthy lives, and help the widow of Mr. Gunan.

[@madhuria6913]

Yeah.. meditation def helps in such tense situations ... but it’s great to see many are already trained for diff rescue missions... so parents shud teach kids many more things apart from studies ... doc is one of the best examples... he is medical professional yet a great diver and is also calm person to get inside and stay with kids

[@firenationfiles2063]

Thank you, heroes ❤️

[@paojijank]

Actually, they don't bring food to the cave, all snack kept in a bag. 13 people still alive because coach suggests to drink water from the wall of the cave when they are hungry and reduce the use of energy by meditation.

[@karenlewkowitz5858]

The boys and coach are so considerate and quietly strong. Role models.

[@user-lu9hq6jv4v]

The strongest Coach and Team ever!!

[@Alex-go6le]

That coach is alpha as fuck, being able to keep them all sane & alive for so many days. He got my respect.

[@linivonne7240]

The fact that these kids know how to meditate, there should be no long term problem. They would,be fine soon. meditation can help people a lot. My opinion.

[@rkba4923]

Saman Gunan - a real life example of a true hero. He didn't have to come back and volunteer to serve. While he may not have known he was going to give his life, he took that chance unselfishly. May God bless his soul.

[@myhome354]

I feel great because prayers were answered.

[@joshuakerger2897]

Deborah Xavier-Velez how do you know people weren’t praying for them never to be found? The search and rescue teams answered prayers.

[@reypascual1415]

These boys can now be in a Lays or Pepsi commercial. It's their food source for weeks and they survived.

[@user-ob3mg3by7u]

Mr.Saman kunan was hero.

[@keithb7240]

These are real heroes including the guy who lost his life

[@isabellah5069]

This is such a good relief I m so happy tat the boys and their v coach was able to get out of tat can

[@PK-cg9sj]

Some movie producers have been observing the situation near the cave for the last couple days.

[@Batya-Grace]

These boys, and their coach, are very strong and spirited. There may be some ptsd, but I doubt lifelong.

[@abhilasheb2348]

great message to world

[@wwphuying]

Thai people are so positive and love having fun, they focus on a positive side out of things so people have very little phycology issue.

[@thelastboyscott]

Here in America, the parents would sue the coach, the soccer league, and God for building the caves. I 💘 my country

[@hanajoyner7058]

Haha best comment

[@yoursubconscious]

so all those years of Thai students meditating in school had given a good reason why!

[@sairams4531]

God bless those kids.....those are some brave kids....

[@preciousmorrison8579]

Thank God! I am overjoyed they are alright.

[@powerofone1645]

Saman Kunan = Hero.

[@SubrataRoy-ye5kn]

God, Grant them the blessings to become the strongest and successful people in world. I touch the feet of the bravehert rescuers for their unexplained heroism! A big hug!

[@Syed_Shahed16]

Subrata Roy ive heard that one diver lost his life😑😑....allah give his family patience n keep thm strng

[@ninac9534]

Subrata Roy z

[@highstreet2535]

Never leave home without Lays Potato Chips

[@annaariza1575]

These guys are all so strong for remaining so calm in such situation en to keep hope!

[@damianperovic9804]

I wonder how awkward it would have been to go to the bathroom

[@houstonsmoke4568]

Great that the world came together for this. Well some of them, the same type of people everytime when it comes to helping others.

[@elyisidro1634]

These is a real mission impossible. Thanks to this two brave UK drivers.

[@cathyt144]

What i want to know is this, are they planning on closing all entrances to those caves so this doesnt ever happen again? Im so greatful that the boys, their coach and all the members of the rescue team are out and doing ok.

[@SunilKushwaha-ov3ys]

Realy coach is hero...

[@jl.9645]

This is so good that they did it out!

[@oncewaslost9660]

Such a Miracle - Thank you Jesus!

[@keiraamelie863]

Hope they are ok

[@worldpeace32]

I wonder why they didn't attempt to drill from above or from the sides

[@komali7]

worldpeace32 I thought the same. But read somewhere it's not the practice to drill when people are trapped inside as it could cause rocks to fall due to disproportion. Also the image shows 1km to the surface.

[@purnendrapandey3133]

Great work . Purnendra pandey

[@tridentremixes5449]

Without the coach I feel like they wouldn't have survived and turned on eachother. Props to him for keeping them safe!

[@panikattac484]

The real question is how did they get in there

[@ryanrproductionsmv]

God bless

[@kironmoyfunandfacts96]

hats off to their coach

[@danahall6980]

I put no blame on the coach he did very well he was grown ass selfless adult who cared for all 12 kids and I salute the diver that died condolences to the family he is a hero.

[@LuanaKoch]

If you know how to meditate you can overcome a lot, Heros !

[@amyduong9423]

times like this gives you faith in humanity 🙏 So glad they're all safe. It's ashame one life was lost but it was not in vain.

[@pitti-sing1203]

As a Buddhist, I am not surprised it helped them. I'm grateful for each and every life that was spared

[@Thatleochang]

That coach is fucking mvp RIP to that hero tho Much bless

[@elmenawatson3934]

Awesome 👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@shotgun4758]

Thank you support. I love people the world

[@StGammon77]

Miracle? Science? a bit of both I think that has kept us all on the edge of our seat

[@filmaraswegue8029]

Now there band of brothers

[@Sara-hb9oi]

Filmar Aswegue *they're* Sorry I can't help it lol

[@shaident8886]

I'm so happy for them!!!!!!

[@presidentecamacho8579]

Let the meditation begins

[@joshuakerger2897]

Is that a green screen? In the 2nd shot when they crossed to James. It definitely seems as though he is standing in front of one.

[@africanqueen9565]

God is great. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻👏👏

[@gracielacamposnlg8756]

The coach is very thoughtful.....giving his snacks to the poor boys

[@hannahjoycheng]

Miracle!

[@Painfulpierre]

My question is, why in the world was they down there? Because some of them look super young, like around 12 to 14.

[@chezzapie]

Lady, PTSD should not be dismissed or underestimated, especially in the younger mind that can’t fully comprehend the world. These boys only need to be in fear of death for a short period before they become hypersensitive then to anything that might trigger fear. That can be tragically debilitating for life if they don’t immediately get the right treatment for their mental trauma. I know, believe me. Trauma from my youth, compounded with life/work events along the way have left me unable to function at anything other than a low and very controlled level. It lost me my business, my marriage and some would say I ‘exist’ rather than live. My treatment started only 5 years ago and still it handicaps me. It makes me mad when she dismisses the PTSD suggestion with, “oh they are young and might bounce back”. Every one of these boys and some of the rescuers should absolutely get the proper help.

[@chezzapie]

Come back to me when you can spell professor. Idiot.

[@lpsgarrett30]

proffessorchaoas19 It is because she relates to it and is empathizing. Can ya not be an idiot?

[@flurryheart1973]

Can somone pls tell me how they even got trapped in the cave?

[@MelStCross]

How did they get there? Are they in a educational trip or something?

[@CalipsoCareline]

The youngest boy got so worried cause rescuers couldn't find equipment that fit him properly and he had no nationality, causing him to think he wouldn't be rescue 😭😭

[@badhonebrahim7707]

how the hell did they get in?

[@hondo8010]

I just wanted to thank and appreciate the diver that passed away RIP Blessings to all!!

[@lilyblu4577]

These are some good ppl to persevere and get those boys out. God bless them!

[@magr7424]

How in the world did they get so deep inside the cave without gear..

[@Davedabrave]

how did they get stuck in there

[@matthewryann]

Thank god🙏

[@matthewryann]

Freesider 1. Its a fucking say you stupid idiot 2. They said the team prayed so stfu

[@wc.6094]

The seal that died. You will be missed. But they should make a movie off of this. I would go watch it.

[@klephenthurry3284]

Yeaaaaaaaaahhhh hooyah thai seals and all others!