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Strong Group routs Australia United, improves to 4-0 in Jones Cup
Kiefer Ravena made his return to the Jones Cup, contributing nine points, two assists, and two rebounds as Strong Group Athletics-Philippines (SGA) defeated Australia, 91-75.
The victory extended SGA's undefeated streak to 4-0 in the tournament, keeping pace with unbeaten Bahrain.
SGA built a commanding 47-30 lead by halftime, fueled by a 21-9 scoring run in the second quarter.
Head coach Charles Tiu described the game as the team's best offensive performance to date, with seven players scoring in double figures.
Andre Roberson led SGA with a double-double of 16 points, 12 rebounds, and six assists.
Ian Miller and Tajuan Agee each added 12 points, with Agee also securing 11 rebounds.
Ange Kouame contributed 11 points, while Dave Ildefonso and Javi Gomez de Liaño added 10 and eight points, respectively.
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