Dover edges Cape in Henlopen North thriller

DOVER, Del. – Dover and Cape added another intense chapter to their rivalry Friday night, with Dover pulling out a hard-earned 59–55 victory in a game that stayed competitive from start to finish. Cape came out with energy, crashing the boards and setting the tone physically. Jameson Tingle brought the crowd to its feet early with a powerful slam off an offensive rebound, signaling that the Vikings were ready for a four-quarter battle. Dover responded quickly, as Joseph Walters attacked off the dribble and finished smoothly at the rim to keep the Senators within striking distance.

As the game settled in, both teams showcased their offensive versatility. Cape found success from beyond the arc, with Geardan Downing knocking down key three-pointers, including one off a defensive stop that shifted momentum. The Vikings also made their presence felt in the paint, feeding Braxton Figgs for a strong finish at the rim. Dover countered with patience and execution, weathering Cape’s runs and keeping the deficit manageable heading into the final quarter.

In the closing minutes, Dover made the plays that mattered most. Jay’vien Denis connected on a clutch three-pointer late in the fourth to extend the lead, giving the Senators breathing room in a tight contest. Moments later, a perfectly timed alley-oop to Tarrance Williams energized the sideline and sealed the momentum. Dover’s defensive pressure and disciplined offense down the stretch proved to be the difference, as they closed out the 59–55 win in a rivalry showdown that lived up to the hype.