Crusaders Dominate Home Opener

IRVING, Texas -- The Crusaders did not disappoint in their Ed Maher debut tonight. Dallas was in control from the tip and made it difficult for the Tigers to get settled. Thomas Fleming recorded a career-high 26 points, leading all scorers in a 81-68 win over ETBU.

The Crusaders (2-1) managed a 13-point win where they forced 9 turnovers with 11 points off turnovers. Dallas' offense remained highly efficient, shooting 62.2 percent from the field and going 3-for-6 (50.0 percent) on 3-pointers. The game saw 48 points in the paint and a 10-point halftime lead.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Jack Boyle had 19 points, 6 assists and 6 rebounds
• Johny Olmsted was able to ice the game late going 7-of-8 from the line
• Marquise McPipe went 50 percent from the field totaling 10 points

NOTES

• Crusaders held an 18 point lead at one point during the game.

Up Next

The Crusaders will play Hendrix at home in Irving, Texas.  They play on Saturday, November 23 at 12:00PM.