By the Numbers: Australian Opals player snapshot

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The Australian Opals won the gold medal at the 2025 FIBA Women's Asia Cup basketball tournament in China on Sunday, July 20, 2025.

This is a statistic breakdown of every player and how they performed.

#1 Miela Sowah

Date of Birth: June 4, 2000
Height: 175 cm (5'9")
Position: Shooting Guard
Club: Townsville Fire (Australia)

Best Game: vs Philippines (July 13, 2025 - Group Phase)

• Minutes: 17
• Points: 19
• FG: 7/10 (70.0%)
• 2PT FG: 4/4 (100.0%)
• 3PT FG: 3/6 (50.0%)
• FT: 2/2 (100.0%)
• Rebounds: 1
• Assists: 1
• Steals: 1
• Blocks: 1
• Efficiency: 20

Tournament snapshot

• Averaged 6.6 points, 0.8 rebounds, and 0.4 assists over 5 games.
• Shot an efficient 56.5% from the field, including 38.5% from three.
• Perfect from the free-throw line (2/2 overall).
• Scored double digits in two games, including 19 points vs the Philippines.
• Played limited minutes in the Semi-Final and Final.
• Provided scoring punch off the bench when opportunities arose.

#7 Courtney Woods

Date of Birth: March 24, 1997
Height: -
Position: Shooting Guard
Club: Townsville Fire(Australia)

Best Game: vs Lebanon (July 14, 2025 - Group Phase)

• Minutes: 22
• Points: 11
• FG: 5/8 (62.5%)
• 2PT FG: 4/6 (66.7%)
• 3PT FG: 1/2 (50.0%)
• FT: 0/0
• Rebounds: 6
• Assists: 7
• Steals: 2
• Blocks: 0
• Efficiency: 23

Tournament snapshot

• Averaged 7.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 3.0 assists across 5 games.
• Shot an efficient 55.6% FG, 66.7% on 2PT FG, and 33.3% from three.
• Strong at the free-throw line at 85.7% (6/7).
• Consistent contributor on the boards and as a playmaker.
• Provided versatile scoring and playmaking, especially in the group phase.
• Delivered a well-rounded performance against Lebanon with 11 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists.

#8 Abbey Ellis

Date of Birth: January 22, 2001
Height: 167 cm (5'6")
Position: Shooting Guard
Club: Townsville Fire (Australia)

🔍 Best Game: vs Lebanon (July 14, 2025 - Group Phase)

• Minutes: 22
• Points: 14
• FG: 6/7 (85.7%)
• 2PT FG: 4/4 (100.0%)
• 3PT FG: 2/3 (66.7%)
• FT: 0/0
• Rebounds: 4
• Assists: 4
• Steals: 3
• Blocks: 0
• Efficiency: 23

Tournament snapshot

• Averaged 4.8 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists across 5 games.
• Shot an outstanding 80.0% FG, 100% on 2PT FG, and 50.0% from three.
• Perfect from the free-throw line (6/6 overall).
• Delivered 14 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals vs Lebanon.
• Provided efficient scoring and playmaking off the bench in group stages.
• Played limited minutes in the Semi-Final and did not feature in the Final.

#12 Stephanie Reid

Date of Birth: July 22, 1996
Height: 165 cm (5'5")
Position: Point Guard
Club: Sopron Basket (Hungary)

Best Game: vs Japan (July 15, 2025 - Group Phase)

• Minutes: 33
• Points: 15
• FG: 6/10 (60.0%)
• 2PT FG: 5/9 (55.6%)
• 3PT FG: 1/1 (100.0%)
• FT: 2/2 (100.0%)
• Rebounds: 2
• Assists: 9
• Steals: 2
• Blocks: 0
• Efficiency: 23

Tournament snapshot

• Named to tournament All-Star Five
• Averaged 11.2 points, 1.2 rebounds, and a tournament-leading 7.4 assists, across 5 games.
• Shot 54.3% FG, 47.4% on 2PT FG, and 62.5% from three.
• Perfect from the free-throw line (8/8 overall).
• Commanded the offense with elite playmaking, highlighted by 37 assists total.
• Scored double digits in 4 of 5 games, peaking with 15 points against Japan.
• Maintained efficient shooting while directing the team's playmaking throughout the tournament.

#15 Cayla George

Date of Birth: May 1, 1989
Height: 193 cm (6'4")
Position: Forward
Club: Southside Flyers (Australia)

Best Game: vs Korea (July 19, 2025 - Semi-Final)

• Minutes: 30
• Points: 20
• FG: 9/15 (60.0%)
• 2PT FG: 8/11 (72.7%)
• 3PT FG: 1/4 (25.0%)
• FT: 1/2 (50.0%)
• Rebounds: 13
• Assists: 1
• Steals: 0
• Blocks: 1
• Efficiency: 28

Tournament snapshot

• Averaged 9.8 points, 8.4 rebounds (3rd overall), and 2.0 assists across 5 games.
• Shot 39.6% FG, 46.7% on 2PT FG, and 27.8% from three.
• Solid from the free-throw line at 75.0% (6/8).
• Dominated the Semi-Final with a 20-point, 13-rebound double-double.
• Consistently impactful on the glass with double-digit rebounds in 3 games.
• Provided veteran leadership, rebounding strength, and interior scoring for the team.

#19 Sara Blicavs

Date of Birth: February 15, 1993
Height: 188 cm (6'2")
Position: Power Forward
Club: Canberra Capitals (Australia)

Best Game: vs Lebanon (July 14, 2025 - Group Phase)

• Minutes: 18
• Points: 11
• FG: 4/7 (57.1%)
• 2PT FG: 1/3 (33.3%)
• 3PT FG: 3/4 (75.0%)
• FT: 0/0
• Rebounds: 7
• Assists: 3
• Steals: 2
• Blocks: 0
• Efficiency: 20

Tournament snapshot

• Averaged 11.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.4 steals (8th overall) across 5 games.
• Scored double digits in 4 of 5 games, peaking with 17 points vs the Philippines.
• Shot 40.4% FG, 38.5% 2PT FG, and 42.9% from three.
• Reliable from the free-throw line at 76.9% (10/13 overall).
• Active defensively with 1.4 steals per game.
• Versatile forward contributing in scoring, rebounding, and defensive plays throughout the tournament.

#20 Isobel Borlase

Date of Birth: September 12, 2004
Height: 180 cm (5'11")
Position: Guard
Club: Bendigo Spirit (Australia)

Best Game: vs Korea (July 19, 2025 - Semi-Final)

• Minutes: 25
• Points: 10
• FG: 5/10 (50.0%)
• 2PT FG: 5/8 (62.5%)
• 3PT FG: 0/2 (0.0%)
• FT: 0/0
• Rebounds: 1
• Assists: 3
• Steals: 2
• Blocks: 0
• Efficiency: 8

Tournament snapshot

• Averaged 8.6 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 1.8 assists across 5 games.
• Shot 47.5% FG overall, with 58.6% on 2PT FG, but struggled from deep at 18.2%.
• Reliable from the free-throw line at 50%, though with low volume.
• Added defensive energy with 1.2 steals per game.
• Scored between 7 to 10 points in every game, demonstrating consistency.
• Provided versatile contributions on both ends, particularly in the semi-final win over Korea.

#22 Zitina Aokuso

Date of Birth: November 23, 1998
Height: 190 cm (6'3")
Position: Power Forward
Club: Canberra Capitals (Australia)

Best Game: vs Japan (July 15, 2025 - Group Phase)

• Minutes: 21
• Points: 14
• FG: 4/6 (66.7%)
• 2PT FG: 4/6 (66.7%)
• 3PT FG: 0/0
• FT: 6/8 (75.0%)
• Rebounds: 8
• Assists: 3
• Steals: 1
• Blocks: 1
• Efficiency: 21

Tournament snapshot

• Averaged 8.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.5 assists over 4 games.
• Shot 43.5% from the field and 80.0% from the free-throw line.
• Did not attempt any three-pointers throughout the tournament.
• Collected 6 rebounds per game, showcasing strength on the boards.
• Strongest performance came against Japan with 14 points and 8 rebounds.
• Consistent defensive presence with steals and blocks in key moments.

#23 Alex Fowler

Date of Birth: July 21, 2001
Height: 182 cm (6'0")
Position: Forward
Club: Townsville Fire (Australia)

Best Game: vs Korea (July 19, 2025 - Semi-Final)

• Minutes: 31
• Points: 11
• FG: 3/6 (50.0%)
• 2PT FG: 3/6 (50.0%)
• 3PT FG: 0/0
• FT: 5/7 (71.4%)
• Rebounds: 12
• Assists: 4
• Steals: 5
• Blocks: 0
• Efficiency: 26

Tournament snapshot

• Tournament MVP
• Named to tournament All-Star Five
• Averaged 11.8 points, 7.2 rebounds (6th overall), 3.8 assists, and 1.4 steals (8th overall) across 5 games.
• Scored in double digits in every game, peaking with 15 points in the final vs Japan.
• Shot an efficient 60.0% FG, including 65.6% from 2PT FG and 37.5% from three.
• Solid free-throw shooter at 66.7% (8/12).
• Active rebounder with 4.2 offensive rebounds per game.
• Showed defensive presence with 7 steals and 2 blocks for the tournament.
• Provided consistent all-round production and versatility on both ends of the floor.

#34 Isabelle Bourne

Date of Birth: November 21, 2000
Height: 188 cm (6'2")
Position: Forward
Club: Southside Flyers (Australia)

Best Game: vs Lebanon (July 14, 2025 - Group Phase)

• Minutes: 22
• Points: 15
• FG: 6/12 (50.0%)
• 2PT FG: 4/7 (57.1%)
• 3PT FG: 2/5 (40.0%)
• FT: 1/2 (50.0%)
• Rebounds: 4
• Assists: 3
• Steals: 3
• Blocks: 0
• Efficiency: 18

Tournament snapshot

• Averaged 6.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.2 assists across 5 games.
• Shot 46.2% from the field, 46.7% on 2PT FG, and 45.5% from three.
• Reliable free-throw shooter at 71.4% (5/7).
• Defensive contributor with 1.0 steal per game and a couple of blocks.
• Scored in double figures twice, including a standout 15-point performance against Lebanon.
• Provided efficient shooting and defensive energy off the bench.

#44 Ally Wilson

Date of Birth: March 21, 1994
Height: 174 cm (5'9")
Position: Shooting Guard
Club: Perth lynx(Australia)

Best Game: vs Japan (July 20, 2025 - Final)

• Minutes: 26
• Points: 14
• FG: 4/8 (50.0%)
• 2PT FG: 2/4 (50.0%)
• 3PT FG: 2/4 (50.0%)
• FT: 4/10 (40.0%)
• Rebounds: 2
• Assists: 1
• Steals: 2
• Blocks: 0
• Efficiency: 7

Tournament snapshot

• Averaged 7.5 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 1.0 assist across 2 games played.
• Totaled 15 points in 36 minutes, heavily weighted by her 14-point performance in the final.
• Shot 44.4% from the field, including 40% from three-point range.
• Drew trips to the free-throw line but converted 41.7% on 12 attempts.
• Provided a scoring spark in the final, particularly from beyond the arc.
• Limited minutes during the tournament but delivered when given court time.

#55 Chloe Bibby

Date of Birth: June 15, 1998
Height: 184 cm (6'0")
Position: Power Forward
Club: Uni Girona CB (Spain)

Best Game: vs Philippines (July 13, 2025 - Group Phase)

• Minutes: 20
• Points: 16
• FG: 7/10 (70.0%)
• 2PT FG: 5/6 (83.3%)
• 3PT FG: 2/4 (50.0%)
• FT: 0/0
• Rebounds: 10
• Assists: 2
• Steals: 0
• Blocks: 0
• Efficiency: 23

Tournament snapshot

• Averaged 8.0 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 1.8 assists across 5 games.
• Shot a strong 53.8% FG, including 71.4% on 2PT FG and 33.3% from three.
• Excellent free-throw conversion rate at 88.9% (8/9).
• Posted double-digit rebounds twice, including a 12-rebound effort vs Lebanon.
• Key contributor in the opening games but had limited impact in the semi-final and final.
• Provided physical presence and efficiency in the paint and on the boards.