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Philippine National Team Gilas Women U16 Advances to the FIBA U16 Women’s Asian Championship 2023 Division B Semifinals

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The Gilas Women U16 of the Philippine National Team together with the team’s staff and the Filipino supporters. (Amman PE photo)

AMMAN 17 July 2023 — The Philippine Embassy in Jordan, under the leadership of Ambassador Wilfredo C. Santos, proudly extends its heartfelt congratulations to the Philippine National Team, Gilas Women U16, for their remarkable triumph over the host country's Junior Falcons in a resounding victory on 13 July 2023. The Gilas Women U16 dominated the game with an impressive final score of 106-58 at the Prince Hamza Hall, Sports City in Amman.

With three consecutive wins in the elimination round, Gilas Women U16 secured their well-deserved place in Division B's semifinals of the highly anticipated FIBA U16 Asian Women Championship 2023. They will compete alongside formidable teams such as Iran, Malaysia, Singapore, and Guam, as they vie for ultimate glory.

Kimi Sayson, with her exceptional performance, emerged as the game's standout player, showcasing her skills and contributing 19 points, four rebounds, six assists, and seven steals.

The overwhelming support of the Philippine Embassy and the Filipino community members in Amman served as a powerful source of inspiration for the team. Their unwavering enthusiasm and dedication permeated the court, fostering an atmosphere of unity and pride. Once again, we extend our sincerest congratulations to Gilas Women U16 for their outstanding achievement. Your remarkable efforts have made us immensely proud!

We invite everyone to stay tuned for the schedule of the Philippine team's upcoming semifinal match. Let us continue to rally behind Gilas Women U16 as they pursue their quest for victory in the FIBA U16 Asian Women Championship 2023. END

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The Gilas Women U16 of the Philippine National Team with Philippine Ambassador to Jordan Wilfredo C. Santos (8th from right, in white) with the team’s staff and other officials of the Philippine Embassy. (Amman PE photo)

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The Gilas Women U16 of the Philippine National Team with Ambassador Wilfredo C. Santos (3rd from left, second row). (Amman PE photo)

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The Gilas Women U16 of the Philippine National Team during the singing of the Philippine National Anthem. (Amman PE photo)

 

For more information, visit www.ammanpe.dfa.gov.ph, www.philembassy-amman.net or https://www.facebook.com/ammanpe.