Gilas Women 3×3’s Unbeaten Streak Ends in FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup
After an impressive run in the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup, Gilas Women 3×3 faced a tough defeat in the quarterfinals against Chinese Taipei, halting their unbeaten streak.
Struggles Against Chinese Taipei
Despite winning all their previous games, the Filipinas found it challenging to keep up with the larger Chinese Taipei squad. The banged-up Gilas Women 3×3 team fought hard but ultimately fell short.
Key Moments in the Game
- Mikka Cacho played through a knee injury, contributing to Gilas Women’s early lead.
- Camille Clarin and Kaye Pingol also played crucial roles in the team’s performance.
- Chinese Taipei’s strong offense led by Kuo Hung-Ting and Chen Yu Chieh turned the game around.
Final Outcome
Chinese Taipei’s 9-1 run secured a significant lead, ultimately defeating Gilas Women 19-9. Despite efforts from Clarin, Cacho, and Pingol, the Filipinas couldn’t match the Taiwanese team’s performance.
Clarin led Gilas Women with 3 points and 5 rebounds, while Cacho bravely played through her injury to contribute 3 points. Pingol and Joson also made valuable contributions to the team’s effort.
Next Steps
Chinese Taipei advances to the semifinals along with New Zealand, Australia, and Mongolia. Meanwhile, Gilas Men faced tough competition in the pool stage, ending their campaign without a win against Australia and Japan.