Gilas Women begin 3×3 Asia Cup with dominant win over Jordan
Published on July 7, 2022

Gilas Pilipinas Women started off their campaign in the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2022 in dominant fashion. They unloaded big shots from beyond the arc, beating Jordan 21-9 in their first game of the tournament in Singapore.

Afril Bernardino dominated the paint to lead the team with seven points. Khate Castillo also had seven points, while Trina Guytingco added five points to the team’s total.

Camille Clarin, Castillo, and Guytingco teamed up for a pivotal 6-2 run midway through the game. They each hit a 2-point shot during that stretch to push Gilas ahead 14-6. 

Jordan managed to cut the lead down to six points heading into the final four minutes. That’s when Gilas decided to finish things off. Guytingco started a 6-0 run with a 2-pointer plus a foul and Castillo closed out the game with a layup and a free throw.

Gilas Women will face Thailand later at 6:50 PM. The top team from Group B of the Qualifying Draw will advance to the next stage of the tournament.