The Dade Christian Crusaders had to start their season on the road on Tuesday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They were dealt a 48-14 defeat at the hands of Academy for Innovative Education.
Leading Academy for Innovative Education to victory were Alexa Garofalo and Samantha Ayerdis. Garofalo dropped a double-double on 20 points and 13 rebounds, while Ayerdis dropped a triple-double on 14 points, 16 rebounds, and 13 steals. That makes it three consecutive games in which Ayerdis has scored at least 25% of Academy for Innovative Education's points. The team also got some help courtesy of Kylie Garcia, who scored 6 points.
Dade Christian's loss dropped their record down to 0-1. As for Academy for Innovative Education, their victory bumped their record up to 1-2.
Dade Christian will head out on the road to face off against Sheridan Hills Christian at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Academy for Innovative Education, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Cristo Rey at 4:00 p.m.
