PH cagebelles open title retention bid with win vs. Indonesia
HANOI - Banking on defense and a big third quarter surge, the Philippine women's basketball team started its quest for a second Southeast Asian Games gold medal Monday with a 93-77 victory over Indonesia at the Thanh Tri Gymnasium here. After a close first half, the Gilas Women went on a 32-19 tear in the third and pulled away, going into the fourth with a 72-57 lead en route to the rousing win. Using their quickness to the hilt, the Gilas Women collected 18 steals, drawing praise from coach Patrick Aquino. "They played so hard. What can I ask for," said Aquino. "That's ...
Source: philippinetimes.com