Tag: Australia Boomers

SBP apologizes over PHL-Australia brawl; “Violence has no place in sports,” it says

(Eagle News) — The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas on Tuesday, July 3, apologized over the Philippines-Australia brawl in a World Cup qualifier on Monday, July 2, saying it would review the incident. “SBP stands by its conviction that violence has no place in sports,” the SBP said in a statement. According to the SBP,  “as the national team representing flag and country, we likewise extend our apologies to the Filipino people.” “We regret having breached […]

Gilas Pilipinas bows to Australia; falls to second place in Group B

(Eagle News) — The Philippines fell to second place in the group stages of the Fiba World Cup qualifiers after it was defeated by Australia on Thursday. With their 16-point win over the white shirts, 84-68, the Boomers effectively ended Gilas’ unbeaten run. But it didn’t seem like the Philippines was headed for the loss in the beginning. Gilas had a hot start, taking the advantage midway through the second quarter. The Boomers, however, suddenly […]