(UPDATE) THE Philippines blasted Hong Kong, 7-0, to jumpstart its campaign in the Under-18 Women's Softball Asia Cup on Tuesday, August 29, in Fujian Province, China. Members of the Philippine team react after beating Hong Kong in the Under-18 Women’s Softball Asia Cup on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023, in Fujian Province, China. The Asia Cup is a qualifying tournament for the Under-18 Women's Softball World Cup to be held in 2024. 3 China, is vying for one of the three available tickets for the 2024 World Cup. The Philippine under-18 team is composed of Daniela Cabangon, Che-Restcel de la Cruz, Jeryll Duller, Ciarina Daniela Eder, Shein Espinosa, Trisha Karyl Hicayen, Angelica Jean Latriz, Rhea Manalo, Magdalene Nangan, Eileen Polvorido and Laira Dianne Silverio.

Source: Manila Times August 29, 2023 16:51 UTC