Miami Dade Dominates St. Petersburg in 97-60 Victory

The Miami Dade Sharks delivered a commanding performance, cruising to a 97-60 win over St. Petersburg College. The Sharks set the tone early, outscoring their opponents 25-14 in the first quarter and continuing their dominance with a 22-13 advantage in the second. By halftime, the game was firmly in Miami Dade's control.

Leading the way was Kiara Harris, who put on a shooting clinic with 32 points, including a remarkable 9-of-16 from beyond the arc. Harris also contributed 7 assists and 5 steals, showcasing her all-around impact. Cleaira Peterson was a force in the paint, recording a double-double with 26 points and 14 rebounds, including 10 offensive boards. Shameir Quimby added 20 points and 7 rebounds, while KaMariya Simmons provided a spark off the bench, scoring 10 points on 5-of-6 shooting in just 16 minutes.

The Sharks' defense was relentless, forcing 29 turnovers and collecting 17 steals, with Jazmin Williams standing out on the defensive end with 4 steals. Their dominance extended to the glass, where they grabbed 44 rebounds, including 24 offensive boards, leading to numerous second-chance points.

As a team, Miami Dade shot 46.5% from the field and recorded 25 assists, highlighting their excellent ball movement and teamwork. Meanwhile, St. Petersburg struggled to keep pace, despite a 50% effort from three-point range.

The Sharks will look to carry this momentum into their next matchup as they take on Eastern Florida State College this Saturday.