ORLANDO – South Dade is taking home its first state championship in school history after defeating the defending Class 8A State Champion Apopka 41-28 at the Florida Citrus Bowl on Saturday night.
Head Coach Nate Hudson Jr. talks about his team’s win and the special moment of winning the Class 8A State Championship.














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