Gilas Women Brace for Challenge Against Top Teams in Fiba Asia Cup 2025
Source: news.source.inquirer
Gilas Pilipinas Women are set to face tough competition in the 2025 Fiba Women's Asia Cup, starting with matches against world No. 2 Australia and No. 9 Japan in Group B. Led by veteran center Jack Animam, the team aims to overcome their recent subpar performance at the William Jones Cup as they prepare to battle in Shenzhen, China.
Key Points
Gilas Pilipinas Women will start their campaign in the 2025 Fiba Asia Cup against Australia and Japan.
The team is led by veteran center Jack Animam and includes players like Vanessa De Jesus and Ella Fajardo.
The Philippines is ranked No. 44 by Fiba, facing much higher-ranked teams Australia (No. 2) and Japan (No. 9).
Gilas recently had a 1-4 record at the William Jones Cup, indicating the challenges they face.
The team will conclude their group stage against Lebanon, ranked No. 54.
