The journey for Women's Gilas Pilipinas in the FIBA Women's Asia Cup 2023 got off to a bitter start as they faced a dominant Australian team.
The Australian national team completely overwhelmed the Philippine representatives in their opening game of the tournament, securing a resounding 105-34 victory.
The first and third quarters turned into a nightmare for Women's Gilas, as they struggled to generate points, managing only single-digit scores of 7 and 5, respectively.
However, in the second quarter of the match, debutant guard Vanessa De Jesus stepped up for Gilas and led the team's offensive charge.
The Duke University guard showcased her scoring prowess and shot creation abilities, contributing 11 points during the second quarter.
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