Youth team mentored by LA Tenorio dominates Vietnam in inaugural SEABA U16 match
Philippines' Gilas Pilipinas Youth U16 Team Secures Dominant Victory in Coach LA Tenorio's Debut
Manila—The Gilas Pilipinas Youth U16 team started their FIBA U16 Asia Cup SEABA Qualifiers campaign on a high note, securing a comprehensive 113-62 victory over Vietnam in head coach LA Tenorio's debut.
All twelve players fielded by Tenorio managed to score, with Travis Pascual and Prince Cariño leading the way with 16 points each. Jolo Pascual added 14 points, while Jhustin Hallare and Jhello Lumague contributed 10 points each.
Facing an early 9-point deficit, Gilas Youth rallied with Travis and Jolo Pascual scoring 8 and 7 points, respectively, to help the Philippines overcome Vietnam, 29-20, heading into the second quarter.
The two Pascual brothers continued their impressive performances in the second quarter, extending the Philippines' advantage to a formidable 61-33 halftime lead.
Overall, the Philippines shot an efficient 48-of-93 (51%) from the field, while holding Vietnam to 21-of-65 (32%). The Filipinos also dominated the rebounding department, 62-36, and produced more assists, 36-13.
The Philippines aim to maintain their perfect record as they face Thailand on May 25, 7 pm, at the same venue. The top two teams at the end of the single round-robin eliminations will contest the final on May 30 for the gold medal and a spot in the 2025 FIBA U16 Asia Cup in Mongolia.
Enrichment Data:- The Gilas Pilipinas Youth U16 team has shown impressive form in the SEABA Qualifiers, securing three consecutive victories with emphatic margins over Vietnam, Thailand, and Singapore.- The team's offense has been strong, consistently scoring over 100 points, while defending tenaciously, limiting opponents to low scores.- Gilas Youth's next opponents and schedules have not been explicitly stated, but they are expected to continue their quest for qualification for the main FIBA U16 Asia Cup tournament.
In their third game of the FIBA U16 Asia Cup SEABA Qualifiers, Gilas Pilipinas Youth U16 team will face Thailand, looking to maintain their undefeated record and secure another basketball victory, just as they did against Vietnam and Singapore. The NBA-style play of the team, led by coaches like LA Tenorio, promises another exciting game of sports that could see them clinch a spot in the 2025 FIBA U16 Asia Cup in Mongolia.
