fended off Iran, 83-60, on Sunday evening and claimed the crown in the the FIBA U16 Women’s Asian Championship 2023-Division B in Amman, Jordan.
Smith’s game was one of the reasons which got national coach Patrick Aquino excited after the memorable game with the Iranians.“They came out well. Medyo jittery in the first few minutes. But, it was the second five which sparked the rally,” said Aquino in an interview with the Manila Standard as the Philippines celebrated their entry into Division A.
Sayson’s two triples, along with barrelling shots from Lapasaran and La’O, saw the Filipinas widening a four-point lead, and taking a 41-26 halftime spread. Last year, the Philippines was the favorite to rule the Division B after sweeping their three-game Group Phase.
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