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  • Mikka Cacho delivers clutch heroics as Gilas Women book FIBA 3×3 Batam quarterfinal berth 

    Mikka Cacho delivers clutch heroics as Gilas Women book FIBA 3×3 Batam quarterfinal berth 

    When Gilas Pilipinas Women needed one final play to keep its campaign alive, Mikka Cacho made sure the moment belonged to the Philippines.


    The National University standout came through with a game-winning and-one in the closing seconds as Gilas stunned world No. 20 Japan, 17-15, to secure a quarterfinal berth in the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series-Batam Stop on Thursday at Alun-Alun Batam Centre in Indonesia.

     

    With the victory, the Filipinas kept their tournament hopes alive after surviving a day filled with pressure-packed games, earning a date with Thailand in Friday’s knockout stage.

     

    The dramatic finish capped a back-and-forth contest that came down to the final possession.

    Holding a slim 15-14 advantage with seven seconds remaining, the Philippines saw Japan pull even after Miku Takahashi drove to the basket for the tying layup.

     

    Instead of settling for overtime, Cacho attacked immediately on the next possession, taking on Takahashi at the rim and converting a clutch and-one play with just 2.6 seconds left to restore the lead, 17-15.

     

    Japan still had one last opportunity to force overtime, but Ufuoma Tanaka’s corner two-point attempt at the buzzer missed its target, allowing Gilas Women to celebrate one of its biggest victories of the tournament.

     

    Tantoy Ferrer paced the Filipinas with seven points, while Cacho added six points and five rebounds, delivering her biggest basket when it mattered most.

     

    The win completed a demanding day for the Philippine squad, which first had to survive the qualifying draw just to reach the main tournament.

     

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    Gilas opened the qualifiers by dismantling Vietnam, 21-11, before escaping Slovakia, 16-15, to earn a place in the main draw. Ferrer starred with eight points against Slovakia, while Cacho and Camille Clarin chipped in four points apiece.

     

    The Filipinas then opened the main draw against powerhouse France, absorbing a 21-9 defeat that turned their meeting with Japan into a virtual knockout match.

     

    Despite nursing a right shoulder injury, Elizabeth Means continued to suit up and provided valuable minutes throughout the campaign.

     

    Meanwhile, Manila Gilas bowed out in the qualifying draw after close losses to Egypt, 20-18, and Mongolia, 22-18.

     

    Although the team fell short of advancing, newcomer Camille Malagar impressed in her Women’s Series debut, scoring a combined 16 points across the two games while teaming up with Sam Harada, Kaye Pingol, and Lee Sario in Batam.

     

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  • SBP credits united basketball community as Gilas Boys end eight-year wait for FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup 

    SBP credits united basketball community as Gilas Boys end eight-year wait for FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup 

    Gilas Pilipinas’ return to the FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup was built on more than clutch shots and championship finishes.

     

    According to the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP), the national team’s breakthrough campaign in the FIBA 3×3 Nations League Asia 2 was the result of a collective effort from schools, coaches, sponsors, and basketball stakeholders who put the country’s interests first.

     

    The Philippines punched its ticket to the 2026 FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup after topping the overall standings in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, ending an eight-year absence from the global tournament.

     

    Facing fellow Under-21 squads from Japan, New Zealand, Belarus, Singapore, and host Malaysia, Gilas reached the finals in five of the six stops and captured three championships to finish with 520 points, comfortably ahead of runner-up Japan’s 470.

     

    For SBP Executive Director Erika Dy, the achievement validates the federation’s long-term commitment to developing the country’s 3×3 basketball program.

     

    “Earlier this year, our Gilas Pilipinas 3×3 Women ended an eight-year drought to make it back to the FIBA 3×3 World Cup. Now the boys’ team will also end their own eight-year drought to make it back to the FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup,” said Dy.

     

    “This achievement is further proof that Filipinos are world-class not just in basketball but also in 3×3. With the support of our sponsors and the commitment of stakeholders, the SBP will continue to put our athletes in positions to succeed.”

     

    While the players delivered on the court, SBP 3×3 Program Director Ryan Gregorio emphasized that the campaign would not have been possible without the cooperation of collegiate programs that allowed their athletes to wear the national colors despite conflicting schedules.

     

    “On behalf of the SBP 3×3 program, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the schools, coaches, and team officials who supported Gilas Pilipinas 3×3 by allowing their players to represent the country,” said Gregorio.

     

    He gave special recognition to FEU Athletic Director Mark Molina and head coach Sean Chambers for adjusting the Tamaraws’ United States training camp so Cabs Cabonilas and Jedric Daa could compete for Gilas.

     

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    Gregorio also acknowledged San Miguel Corporation Sports Director Alfrancis Chua and UST head coach Pido Jarencio for releasing Koji Buenaflor, Adamson mentor Nash Racela for allowing Earl Medina to immediately join the national team, and San Beda officials Jude Roque and Yuri Escueta for permitting Jhun Dela Rama to suit up despite serving residency.

     

    “We are especially thankful to FEU Athletic Director Mark Molina and Coach Sean Chambers, who deliberately rescheduled their team’s USA training so that Cabs Cabonilas and Jedric Daa could compete in this tournament. Our sincere appreciation also goes to Boss Alfrancis Chua and Coach Pido Jarencio for generously loaning UST big man Koji Buenaflor, to Adamson head coach Nash Racela for immediately allowing Earl Medina to join the national team, and to team manager Jude Roque and Coach Yuri Escueta for permitting Jhun Dela Rama to represent Gilas even while he is in residency. Their trust, cooperation, and shared commitment to Philippine basketball embody the spirit of ‘one team, one country.’ We truly appreciate their invaluable support.”

     

    The campaign showcased the team’s resilience from start to finish.

     

    After settling for runner-up honors behind Belarus in Stop 1 and missing the podium in Stop 2, Gilas responded with three consecutive titles in Stops 3, 4, and 5, highlighted by dramatic game-winning two-pointers against New Zealand and Japan.

     

    Program partner Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation and NLEX also reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the country’s 3×3 program as it continues its push toward sustained international success.

     

    “We at MPTC and NLEX send our congratulations to the Gilas 3×3 Boys after their successful campaign in Malaysia,” said NLEX Governor Ronald Dulatre.

     

    “We’re happy to support the SBP’s 3×3 Program from the youth teams all the way to the elite because the goal remains to be an Olympic slot for the Philippines, and investing in our young talent will pay more dividends in the future.”

     

    With the Asia 2 crown secured and their World Cup berth officially booked, Gilas Pilipinas now shifts its focus to the 2026 FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup, scheduled from September 15 to 19 in Wuhan, China, where the country’s next generation will look to prove it belongs among the world’s best.

     

     

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  • Gilas Boys punch ticket to FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup with dominant Nations League run

    Gilas Boys punch ticket to FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup with dominant Nations League run

    Even before the final game of the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Youth Nations League–Asia 2 Conference, Gilas Pilipinas Boys had already secured the prize they came to Malaysia for—a coveted spot in the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup.

     

    The Philippine squad officially booked its place in the global tournament after advancing to the championship round of the sixth and final stop on Sunday at Hextar World Empire City in Petaling Jaya.

     

    By reaching another final, Gilas accumulated enough points in the overall conference standings to mathematically eliminate Japan from the race for the lone World Cup berth. The Philippines is guaranteed at least 500 points, while Japan can only finish with a maximum of 490 even if it wins the last stop.

     

    The qualification caps off a week-long campaign that showcased Gilas as one of the most consistent teams in the Asia 2 Conference. The Filipinos reached the championship match in five of the six stops, highlighted by title victories in Stops 3 and 5.

     

    Their final push toward World Cup qualification began with a composed 17-11 victory over New Zealand in the pool stage.

     

    With Earl Medina resting, Jhuniel Dela Rama stepped into the lineup and helped keep the team in rhythm, while Cabs Cabonilas once again emerged as the offensive spark with six points. Jedric Daa and Koji Buenaflor added five points apiece to complete the balanced attack.

     

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    The Philippines left no room for suspense in its second outing.

     

    Cabonilas exploded for 13 points as Gilas overwhelmed Singapore, 20-9, to seal first place in the group and officially punch its ticket to the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup, which will be held from September 15 to 19 in Wuhan, China.

     

    The achievement also highlights the steady progress of the Gilas Pilipinas Boys 3×3 program under program director Ryan Gregorio, alongside trainers Kirk Collier, JJ Española, and Patrick Fran.

     

    While the ultimate objective has already been achieved, the Filipinos are not done yet.

    Gilas Pilipinas will still compete in the championship game of the final stop, aiming to finish its memorable Nations League campaign with one more title before shifting its focus to the world stage in China.

     

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  • Gilas Boys surge into joint lead after capturing FIBA 3×3 Nations League Stop 3 title 

    Gilas Boys surge into joint lead after capturing FIBA 3×3 Nations League Stop 3 title 

    Just two days after falling a single basket short of a championship, Gilas Pilipinas Boys made sure there would be no heartbreak this time.


    The young Filipinos completed an unbeaten run in Stop 3 of the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Nations League Asia 2 Conference, capping their impressive campaign with a 19-14 victory over Japan in the final on Wednesday at Hextar World Empire City in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.


    The championship could prove pivotal in the race for an outright berth to the FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup, as the Philippines climbed into a share of first place in the overall conference standings with Belarus. Both teams now have 240 points after three stops, while New Zealand sits just behind with 230 and Japan follows with 220, setting up a tightly contested battle entering the second half of the tournament.


    The Filipinos wasted little time asserting themselves in the title match.


    Cabs Cabonilas, Koji Buenaflor, and Earl Medina combined for a relentless offensive display that built an 18-10 cushion before Gilas comfortably sealed the five-point victory.


    Cabonilas paced the team with seven points, Buenaflor chipped in six, while Medina delivered two timely two-point baskets to finish with five markers.


    The title was built on a flawless day from start to finish.


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    Gilas first took down New Zealand, 21-16, behind another explosive performance from Cabonilas, who erupted for 11 points. The squad carried that momentum into its second pool game, cruising past Singapore, 22-14, as Cabonilas added 10 more points while Jhuniel dela Rama and Medina contributed six points each.


    Cabonilas’ return after sitting out Stop 2 immediately paid dividends, providing the offensive spark that helped the Philippines climb back to the top of the conference standings.


    Meanwhile, the Gilas Pilipinas Girls remained fifth overall with 170 points after splitting their assignments.


    The Philippine quartet of Elaine Patio, Kristan Yumul, Alyssa Rodriguez, and Marga Villanueva absorbed a 21-7 loss to Japan before recovering with a 15-11 victory over Singapore to end the day on a winning note.


    The Nations League takes a one-day break before resuming Friday with Stop 4.


    The Gilas Boys will once again face New Zealand, along with Malaysia, in pool play, while the Gilas Girls are set for another showdown against Japan before taking on Malaysia as both teams continue their chase for valuable conference points.


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  • Gilas Boys U21 climb to joint lead after capturing FIBA 3×3 Youth Nations League Stop 3 

    Gilas Boys U21 climb to joint lead after capturing FIBA 3×3 Youth Nations League Stop 3 

    The race for the top spot in the FIBA 3×3 Youth Nations League U21 Asia-2 has tightened, and Gilas Pilipinas has firmly placed itself in the championship conversation.


    Behind another unbeaten run, the Philippine men’s team captured the Stop 3 title in Malaysia on Wednesday, defeating Japan, 19-14, in the championship game to vault into a share of first place in the conference standings.

     

    The victory rewarded Gilas with another 80 points, allowing the Filipinos to draw level with Belarus at the top of the standings with 240 points apiece. New Zealand remained close behind with 230 points, while Japan slipped to fourth with 220.

     

    The title run highlighted the team’s consistency throughout the day as the Filipinos never dropped a game en route to the crown.

     

    Gilas first outlasted New Zealand, 21-16, before cruising past Singapore, 22-14, to secure the top seed entering the final.

     

    Against Japan, the Philippines wasted little time taking control as the trio of Cabs Cabonilas, Koji Buenaflor, and Earl Medina fueled an early surge that stretched the lead to 18-10, leaving Japan with little room for a comeback before Gilas eventually sealed the 19-14 victory.

     

    Cabonilas once again led the offense with seven points, while Buenaflor added six. Medina provided the finishing touches by knocking down two long-range shots to finish with five points, while Jhuniel dela Rama contributed one point.

     

    Cabonilas proved to be the catalyst throughout the tournament after returning to the lineup following his absence in Stop 2.

     

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    He erupted for 11 points in the opening victory over New Zealand before pouring in 10 more against Singapore, helping set the tone for the Philippines’ dominant campaign. Dela Rama and Medina also chipped in six points each in the win over Singapore.

     

    The championship not only boosted Gilas’ confidence but also significantly strengthened its position in the overall standings heading into the remaining stops of the competition.

     

    Meanwhile, the Gilas Pilipinas Women’s U21 team was unable to replicate the men’s success but still salvaged a victory during pool play.

     

    The Filipinas opened their campaign with a 21-7 defeat to Japan before bouncing back with a 15-11 triumph over Singapore behind the efforts of Elaine Patio, Kristan Yumul, Alyssa Rodriguez, and Marga Villanueva.

     

    Despite the split results, the women’s squad finished fourth in Stop 3 and remained fifth in the conference standings with 170 points.

     

    With momentum now on their side, the Gilas Boys will look to build on their championship performance when the tournament resumes after a one-day break.

     

    In Stop 4 on Friday, the Philippines will face New Zealand and Malaysia in the men’s pool stage, while the women’s team takes on Japan and host Malaysia as both squads continue their pursuit of valuable points in the race for the overall conference title.

     

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  • Gilas Boys stay in hunt despite split as FIBA 3×3 Youth Nations League race tightens 

    Gilas Boys stay in hunt despite split as FIBA 3×3 Youth Nations League race tightens 

    The race for a spot in the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup remains wide open for Gilas Pilipinas Boys despite a mixed showing in Stop 2 of the Asia 2 Conference on Tuesday at Hextar World Empire City in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.

     

    The Philippine squad settled for a split in its two assignments, falling to Japan before bouncing back with a convincing win over host Malaysia to remain firmly in the hunt as the week-long Nations League reached its second stop.

     

    The day’s results left Gilas Boys tied with Japan for third place in the overall conference standings with 140 points each. New Zealand joined Belarus atop the leaderboard with 170 points after edging Japan, 21-20, in the Stop 2 championship game.

     

    The Philippines opened its campaign with a tightly contested battle against Japan that remained deadlocked at 17-all late in the game.

     

    Suguru Ishiguchi broke the tie with a clutch two-pointer to put Japan ahead, 19-17, with just over a minute remaining.

     

    Jhuniel Dela Rama, who stepped in for Cabs Cabonilas in Stop 2, answered with a basket to trim the deficit to one, but Ishiguchi delivered another dagger from beyond the arc with 45 seconds left to seal Japan’s 21-18 victory.

     

    Koji Buenaflor led the Filipino charge with eight points, while Dela Rama and Earl Medina contributed four markers apiece.

     

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    Refusing to dwell on the setback, Gilas responded with authority in its second outing.

     

    The Nationals overwhelmed Malaysia from start to finish, cruising to a 21-8 victory behind an eight-point explosion from Jedric Daa to close the day with a 1-1 record.

     

    The Gilas Girls also split their assignments in Stop 2.

     

    The Philippines opened with a solid 16-9 victory over New Zealand as Marga Villanueva and Elaine Patio combined for 11 points to power the offense.

     

    Malaysia, however, once again stood in the Filipinas’ way.

     

    After defeating Gilas in Stop 1, the hosts completed another victory with a 21-13 decision. Patio finished with six points, while Kristan Yumul added four.

     

    The result kept Gilas Girls in fifth place in the conference standings with 110 points as Belarus continued to strengthen its grip on the top spot after another successful stop.

     

    The competition resumes on Wednesday with another opportunity for both Philippine squads to climb the standings.

     

    Gilas Boys will battle New Zealand and Singapore in Pool B of Stop 3, while the Gilas Girls take on Japan and Singapore as they continue their chase for valuable conference points.

     

     

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  • Gilas Boys settle for runner-up finish after thriller against Belarus in FIBA 3×3 Nations League opener 

    Gilas Boys settle for runner-up finish after thriller against Belarus in FIBA 3×3 Nations League opener 

    Gilas Pilipinas Boys came within a single basket of opening the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Youth Nations League – Asia 2 Conference with a championship, but Belarus denied the Filipinos in a dramatic title game on Monday at Hextar World Empire City in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.

     

    After putting together an unbeaten run through the group stage, the young Filipinos saw their impressive start end in a razor-thin 20-19 defeat, settling for a runner-up finish in Stop 1 of the six-leg competition.

     

    The loss came against a Belarus squad that has returned to international youth 3×3 action after FIBA allowed Belarus and Russia to compete exclusively in youth events held in China and Malaysia, following restrictions on their participation in European competitions.

     

    Belarus also completed a sweep of the opening stop after its women’s team edged Japan, 19-17, in an overtime thriller to capture the girls’ title.

     

    The boys’ championship match remained deadlocked at 15-all before Belarus found its breakthrough.

     

    Aleksei Baldin knocked down consecutive baskets to spark a decisive 3-0 run, turning a tied contest into an 18-15 advantage with just over a minute left.

     

    Gilas refused to fold.

     

    Earl Medina buried a clutch two-pointer to breathe life into the Philippine comeback, trimming the deficit to one possession. But Belarus answered immediately as David-Masenhe Mukete converted an and-one play to push the lead back to three.

     

    Still, the Filipinos kept fighting until the final horn.

     

    Medina and Jedric Daa scored in the closing seconds to make it a one-point game, but the comeback bid fell just short as time expired.

     

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    Medina paced Gilas Pilipinas with seven points in the final, while Cabs Cabonilas and Koji Buenaflor added five points each.

     

    Mukete finished with eight points to lead Belarus, with Arseni Viarzhbitski contributing six.

     

    The Philippines earned its place in the championship game after an impressive showing in pool play.

     

    Buenaflor erupted for nine points as Gilas defeated New Zealand, 22-17, before he and Cabonilas combined for 14 points in a convincing 21-14 victory over host Malaysia to book a finals berth.

     

    While the boys came within one point of the title, the Gilas Pilipinas Girls endured a difficult start to their campaign.

     

    The Philippine squad of Alyssa Rodriguez, Elaine Patio, Kristan Yumul, and Marga Villanueva dropped its opening game to Japan, 21-10, before falling to Malaysia, 20-11, to finish winless in Stop 1.

     

    Both Philippine teams, however, will have little time to dwell on the results as the Nations League resumes immediately on Tuesday for Stop 2.

     

    The Gilas Boys will look to build on their strong opening performance when they face Japan and Malaysia, while the Gilas Girls aim to bounce back against New Zealand and Malaysia as the race for an outright berth in the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup continues.

     

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  • Gilas U21 3×3 teams begin Nations League bid with World Cup berth on the line 

    Gilas U21 3×3 teams begin Nations League bid with World Cup berth on the line 

    The road to the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup begins this week for the Philippines.


    Both the Gilas Pilipinas men’s and women’s under-21 squads will kick off their campaigns in the FIBA 3×3 Nations League on Monday, carrying the opportunity to qualify directly for this year’s Under-23 World Cup through one of the sport’s most demanding qualification tournaments.

     

    The week-long competition, scheduled from July 13 to 19 at Hextar World Empire City in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, features six tournament stops where every result contributes to the overall standings.

     

    Unlike a traditional tournament, consistency across all six stops will determine which nation emerges on top of the Asia-2 conference.

     

    Representing the Philippines in the men’s division are Cabs Cabonilas of FEU, Jedric Daa of FEU, Earl Medina of Adamson, Koji Buenaflor of UST, and Jhuniel Dela Rama of San Beda.

     

    The women’s squad, meanwhile, welcomes back one of its familiar faces as Kristan Yumul returns to national team duty for the first time in two years.

     

    The Cal State San Marcos standout headlines a lineup that also includes Elaine Patio of FEU, Alyssa Rodriguez of Ateneo, Marga Villanueva of National University, and Nadine Muñoz of Adamson.

     

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    Both Philippine teams have been drawn into a competitive Asia-2 conference alongside New Zealand, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and Belarus, setting up a challenging week of back-to-back contests.

     

    The Gilas Girls begin their campaign against Japan and Belarus, while the Gilas Boys open against New Zealand before facing host Malaysia in Monday’s first stop.

     

    Every game will carry added significance because only the overall conference champion after all six stops will earn an automatic berth in the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup, scheduled from September 15 to 19 in Wuhan, China.

     

    Teams that fall short this week will still have another chance to qualify through the second pathway when the Under-23 qualifying event takes place next month.

     

    For the young Filipinos, however, the objective is clear—capitalize on the Nations League and avoid leaving their World Cup hopes to a second opportunity.

     

    With a blend of established collegiate standouts and returning national team talent, both Gilas squads now look to put together a week-long run that could send the Philippines back to the biggest stage in international under-23 3×3 basketball.


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  • Manila Gilas makes history with breakthrough Women’s Series run in Xiantao 

    Manila Gilas makes history with breakthrough Women’s Series run in Xiantao 

    For the first time since the Philippines entered the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series, a local squad has broken into the tournament’s final four.

     

    Manila Gilas delivered the country’s strongest showing yet on the international 3×3 stage after finishing fourth in the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series Xiantao Stop in China, marking a significant breakthrough for Philippine women’s basketball.

     

    The Filipinas exceeded expectations by reaching the semifinals, improving on the previous best finish by a Philippine team—a fifth-place result posted by Gilas Women during the Wuhan Stop in 2024.

     

    Their milestone campaign was built on resilience, beginning with a statement quarterfinal victory over Paraguay.

     

    After suffering a 16-10 loss to the South Americans during pool play, Manila returned with a far more composed performance when everything was on the line.

     

    Tin Cayabyab spearheaded the revenge mission, exploding for 13 points behind four shots from beyond the arc as Manila edged Paraguay, 20-17.

     

    The knockout contest remained tightly contested until the closing moments.

     

    Locked at 16-all, Sam Harada buried a clutch two-pointer with just 34 seconds remaining to swing the momentum in Manila’s favor.

     

    Although Paloma Niz answered to cut the lead to one, Cayabyab calmly knocked down two free throws to seal the Philippines’ historic semifinal berth.

     

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    Awaiting Manila was host nation China, whose experience quickly showed.

     

    Li Wenxia dictated the pace with 10 points while Yang Hengyu chipped in six as the Chinese side controlled the contest from start to finish en route to a 21-11 victory.

     

    Cayabyab still paced Manila with five points, while Kaye Pingol, Harada, and Ann Pingol added three, two, and one point, respectively.

     

    Despite falling short of the championship round, the tournament became a defining moment for the squad.

     

    The fourth-place finish also translated into a significant jump in the latest FIBA 3×3 team rankings, with Manila climbing to No. 26 in the world—moving ahead of Gilas Women, who slipped to No. 31.

     

    Meanwhile, Gilas Women’s campaign ended in the quarterfinals after running into eventual champion Ulaanbaatar, which claimed a convincing 21-10 victory.

     

    Mikka Cacho led the Philippine side with four points, while Camille Clarin, Elizabeth Means, and Tantoy Ferrer contributed two markers apiece.

     

    Ulaanbaatar leaned on a balanced attack led by Thao My Truong with seven points, Amari Robinson with six, and Khulan Onolbaatar with five as it completed its title-winning run.

     

    While Gilas Women exited earlier than hoped, Manila Gilas ensured the Philippines left Xiantao with a new benchmark—one that reflects the steady rise of the country’s presence in the global 3×3 basketball scene.

     

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  • Cebu becomes the new stage for Women’s 3×3 as international field arrives for Cebu Hustle debut 

    Cebu becomes the new stage for Women’s 3×3 as international field arrives for Cebu Hustle debut 

    For years, Cebu has been known as one of the country’s strongest basketball communities.

     

    This weekend, however, the spotlight shifts from the traditional five-on-five game to the fast-paced world of 3×3 basketball as the city welcomes an international cast of women’s teams for the first-ever Cebu Hustle 3×3 at SM Seaside City.

     

    The tournament marks another step in the continued growth of women’s basketball in the Philippines, bringing together 12 squads from six different countries while giving Cebu-based players a rare opportunity to compete against established regional programs on home soil.

     

    Rather than simply hosting another basketball event, Cebu becomes a meeting point for rising local talent and experienced international competitors, all chasing a championship in a format that continues to gain popularity worldwide.

     

    “We thank Cebu for embracing our tournament. Ever since we started conceptualizing this event, we’ve had nothing but support from Cebu and it humbles us so much,” said tournament director Peachy Cheng-Medina.

     

    “Cebu is a basketball-crazy city so it’s just the right time for us to present women’s 3×3 basketball here in Cebu.”

     

    The local contingent will feature familiar names and emerging prospects eager to test themselves against international opposition.

     

    Among the hometown entries are Move Liloan and UP Cebu, two squads expected to draw strong local support throughout the weekend.

     

    Move Liloan will be led by Kath Jumapao alongside Kristel Pitogo, Lyssa Lubiano, and Sharlene Owatan, while UP Cebu fields a youthful lineup bannered by Althea Degamo, Maxim Magbanua, Jessha Banquil, and Lourien Navarro.

     

    For many Cebu basketball followers, the tournament offers a unique opportunity to measure local talent against some of the strongest women’s 3×3 programs in the region.

     

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    “We finally have an international level 3×3 competition coming to town and I’m very excited as a Cebuano fan to see how our top talents compete against I can say the best teams in the region,” said SBP Zone 8 director Popoy Navarro.

     

    Beyond the competition itself, organizers hope the event serves as a showcase for women’s basketball and inspires the next generation of athletes.

     

    “This event is more than just a competition. It is a celebration of the talent, determination, and passion of our women athletes,” added Dr. Rhoel Dejano, Cebu Provincial Sports Commission chairman.

     

    The Philippine challenge will also include Gilas Pilipinas Women U23 3×3, Uratex Dream, Pilipinas Aguilas, and TOL Patriots.

     

    Awaiting them is a formidable international field led by Japanese clubs Maurice Lacroix and Shinjuku Givers 3×3, alongside Thailand’s Shoot It Dragons and CT Tigers, Malaysia’s EST Jersey, and Singapore’s Jumpshot.

     

    Pool play begins Saturday at 12 noon, with teams divided into four groups of three. The top performers will then advance to Sunday’s knockout rounds, where the inaugural Cebu Hustle champion will be crowned.

     

    For Cebu, the tournament represents more than a weekend of basketball. It is an opportunity to establish itself as a destination for high-level women’s 3×3 competition while giving local fans a front-row seat to the sport’s continued rise across Asia.

     

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