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HANOI - Banking on defense and a big third quarter surge, the Philippine women's basketball team started its quest for a second Southeast Asian Games gold medal Monday with a 93-77 victory over Indonesia at the Thanh Tri Gymnasium here. After a close first half, the Gilas Women went on a 32-19 tear in the third and pulled away, going into the fourth with a 72-57 lead en route to the rousing win. Using their quickness to the hilt, the Gilas Women collected 18 steals, drawing praise from coach Patrick Aquino. "They played so hard. What can I ask for," said Aquino. "That's what we've been working on for the last couple of months. Hopefully, we can sustain that. I'm just happy that they were doing their best." Afril Bernardino led the squad with 16 points on top of nine rebounds and four steals. She got a lot of support, with Janine Pontejos adding 15 points on 7-of-18 shooting from the field and Camille Clarin scoring 11. Gabi Bade, one of the team' ....

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