Gilas pilipinas news update
Here's a news update on Gilas Pilipinas:
Recent Results:
- Gilas Pilipinas defeated South Korea 82-77 in their final game of the 2022 FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers on February 24, 2022, to secure a spot in the tournament's second round.
- The team lost to Japan 81-77 in their previous game on February 22, 2022, but still managed to advance to the next round.
Upcoming Schedule:
- Gilas Pilipinas is set to participate in the 2023 FIBA World Cup qualifiers in June 2022, where they will face teams from Asia and Oceania.
- The team is also expected to compete in the 2023 Southeast Asian Games, which will be held in Cambodia from May 5-16, 2023.
Team News:
- Gilas Pilipinas head coach Chot Reyes has announced his 12-man roster for the 2022 FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers, which includes players such as Jayson Castro, June Mar Fajardo, and Troy Rosario.
- The team has also been training in Japan to prepare for their upcoming games, with practices led by Reyes and his coaching staff.
Player News:
- Jayson Castro, one of the team's key players, has been named the Best Player of the 2022 FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers after averaging 18.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game.
- June Mar Fajardo, the team's center, has been ruled out of the 2023 FIBA World Cup qualifiers due to a knee injury.
Other News:
- The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) has announced that it will be providing financial support to Gilas Pilipinas players who will be participating in the 2023 FIBA World Cup qualifiers.
- The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) has also pledged to provide financial support to the team, with PSC Chairman Butch Ramirez saying that the agency will provide funding for the team's training and competition expenses.
I hope this update helps!