28-06-2025
Gilas Girls player Ashlyn Abong passes away
Gilas Pilipinas Girls player Ashlyn Abong has passed away. She was 18 years old.
Gilas Pilipinas Women's Basketball announced on Saturday Abong's passing.
"In loving memory of our teammate and friend Ashlyn Abong #21," Gilas Women's said in its post.
"Quiet, kind, and strong — that was Ash. She may not have said much, but she always said hi first. That small act meant everything. It showed her heart — gentle, thoughtful, and always looking out for others."
"Ash, your jersey was #21, but to us, you were one of one. On and off the field you gave everything."
"We'll miss your smile, your warmth, and the quiet strength you brought into every room and every game. We are very proud of you. Thank you for being our teammate, for being our pride, for being Ash. We play for you now. We carry your spirit in every step."
"Forever our teammate. Forever our #21. Forever Ash."
Abong played for the national team in the FIBA U18 Asia Cup Division B last year and was part of the National University Nazareth School team who finished as runners-up in the UAAP Season 87 girls basketball tournament.
—JKC, GMA Integrated News
