Miami Dade College Secures 87-80 Victory Over East Georgia State College

The Miami Dade Sharks delivered a poised and determined performance to earn a hard-fought 87-80 victory over East Georgia State College. The Sharks controlled much of the game with disciplined execution on both ends of the court, weathering a late surge from the Bobcats to secure the win.

The contest opened with a tightly contested first quarter, with Miami Dade edging ahead 21-20. The Sharks relied on a combination of defensive pressure and efficient scoring to disrupt East Georgia's rhythm. Standout performances from key players helped Miami Dade build momentum in the second quarter, where they outscored the Bobcats 21-16 to take a six-point lead into halftime.

In the third quarter, the Sharks extended their advantage, outpacing East Georgia 21-18 as they continued to exploit mismatches and capitalize on second-chance opportunities. Despite entering the final period with a comfortable nine-point lead, Miami Dade faced a fierce rally from the Bobcats, who outscored the Sharks 26-24 in the fourth quarter. However, timely free throws and critical defensive stops preserved Miami Dade's victory.

Leading the Sharks was Shameir Quimby, whose dominant all-around performance fueled Miami Dade's success. Quimby recorded a game-high 31 points, shooting 10-of-20 from the field and 11-of-14 from the free-throw line. She also added seven rebounds, four assists, and four steals, proving instrumental in key moments. Complementing Quimby's efforts was Cleaira Peterson, who tallied an impressive double-double with 19 points and 13 rebounds, including 10 on the defensive glass. Jazmyne Bynum provided additional scoring firepower, contributing 18 points on five three-pointers.

While Miami Dade excelled offensively, their defensive intensity was equally crucial. The Sharks forced 19 turnovers, converting them into critical points. Despite shooting just 38.8% from the field, Miami Dade made up for it at the free-throw line, hitting 29-of-44 attempts, compared to East Georgia's 6-of-11.

For East Georgia, Kiara Turner delivered a standout performance, leading her team with 29 points on 11-of-19 shooting, including 5-of-11 from beyond the arc. Turner also showcased her defensive acumen with five steals. Charlese McClendon added a double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds, while Kaela Ward provided valuable scoring off the bench with nine points. However, East Georgia struggled with ball security and consistent free-throw shooting, which ultimately hindered their comeback efforts.

The Sharks now turn their heads to DME Academy whom they play tomorrow at 2:00 PM.