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FIBA: Kacey Dela Rosa, Jack Animam to anchor Gilas in 2025 Women’s Asia Cup
Jack Animam and Kacey Dela Rosa will anchor the 12-woman Gilas Pilipinas Women team in the upcoming Fiba Asia Cup 2025 in Shenzhen, China.
The team, largely composed of players from the 2025 William Jones Cup, aims to secure a ticket to the 2026 Women's World Cup Qualifiers.
Notable players joining Animam and Dela Rosa include Sumayah Sugapon, Ella Fajardo, Naomi Panganiban, Vanessa De Jesus, Cielo Pagdulagan, Kent Pastrana, Louna Ozar, Khate Castillo, Yvette Villanueva, and Angel Surada.
Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas Executive Director Erika Dy noted the team's good exposure and competitive performance in recent games.
Gilas Women will face World No. 2 Australia in their opening game on Sunday, July 13, at 4:30 p.m.
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