Trio's Gems to play for Asia Cup gold medal

The Australian Gems, headlined by three WNBL rising stars, have qualified for the Final at the FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup.

In Friday’s Semi-Final, Bendigo’s Olivia Olechnowicz, Townsville’s Cheyenne Bobongie, Adelaide’s Aspen Crase and their Gems outlasted China 79-58.

The win, which keeps their unbeaten tournament run alive, was set up by a 31-9 first quarter in Malaysia.

Olechnowicz was again one of the standouts, adding 14 points and 5 dimes in the victory.

The trio’s Gems now play Japan in the Final, after the latter defeated Korea 80-43 in Friday’s other Semi-Final.

The Final, which will see Kristi Harrower’s side attempt to win their third straight Asia Cup, tips off at 10pm AEDT on Saturday, live on the FIBA YouTube Channel.