Gilas Pilipinas teams bag SEA Games gold medals

Gilas Pilipinas men's and women's teams clinched gold medals in the 2025 Southeast Asian Games.

The men's team secured their victory by defeating host Thailand with a score of 70-64 in the finals.

The women's team also reclaimed their gold medal by narrowly beating Thailand 73-70 in their championship match.

Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tim Cone lauded the teams' resilience, highlighting their ability to win despite facing tough competition throughout the tournament.

Cone specifically praised Gilas-SEA Games head coach Norman Black, emphasizing his proven track record as a championship coach and a great person.

He also acknowledged the contributions of players like Jamie Malonzo, Robert Bolick, Ray Parks, and Matthew Wright for their dedication to representing the country.

Cone expressed his confidence in Black, stating he had no doubts about his coaching abilities despite potential skepticism from others.

The coach noted that the players demonstrated a strong desire to represent the Philippines, which ultimately led to their success.