Gonzaga's Yvonne Ejim speaks with members of the media during the West Coast Conference Women's NCAA college basketball media day on Oct. 16, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
By The Canadian Press

Canada dumps the Philippines 85-38 at FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament

Aug 19, 2026 | 9:14 PM

GUADALAJARA — The Canadian senior women’s basketball team crushed the Philippines 85-38 on Wednesday at the FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament.

Yvonne Ejim scored 19 points for Canada and Syla Swords added 15.

Canada stormed out to a 23-4 lead at Arena Astros and led 46-11 at halftime.

The eight-team qualifier continues through Sunday.

The Canadians, who opened the tournament with a 72-57 victory over Senegal on Monday, will play host Mexico on Thursday.

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The tournament champion will earn a berth in one of the FIBA Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournaments in February 2028.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 19, 2026.

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