Milford High School using electronic ticketing for winter sports

Terry RogersHeadlines, Milford Headline Story, Sports

At a recent school board meeting, Milford School District Superintendent Dr. Kevin Dickerson announced that the district was now using an electronic ticketing option through GoFan for all Milford High School winter sports. Dr. Dickerson explained that other schools had moved to an electronic ticketing system with much success. “It gives us an idea of what type of crowd we …

Caesar Rodney rides seven pins to defeat St. Mark’s

Benny MitchellHeadlines, Sports

Pike Creek – The formula to winning a wrestling dual meet is simple. Find seven pinners on your team and then at least one that can stay off their back. The Caesar Rodney Riders used that formula to win their season opening non-conference match over St. Mark’s 46-30. The Riders won seven matches by pin and picked up a major …

Caravel dominates individual wrestling state championships

Benny MitchellHigh Schools, Sports

Alex Poore holds up four fingers as he celebrates his fourth state championship. Photo by Kenny Correll LEWES — For only the second time since 1992, a tournament champion was recognized at the DIAA Individual Wrestling State Championships. And for the second time in those two years Caravel Academy won the tournament points race with 247 points. The Bucs also …

Caravel Academy rolls into state dual finals

Benny MitchellHeadlines, Sports

Caravel Academy’s Nick Hall (left) and Shawn Ferrell of Lake Forest get airborn during their 170 pound bout on Saturday at the DIAA Dual Meet State semi-final match. Photo by Kenny Correll Smyrna – Caravel Academy head coach Mike Welch said he was excited to get back to the state duals and have the crowds back in the gym. The …

Cape Henlopen advances to first ever state final

Benny MitchellHeadlines, Sports

Cape Henlopen’s Lucas Ruppert (left) and Smyrna’s Chijioke Eule battle for position in their 285 pound bout Saturday afternoon. Photo by Ben Fulton Smyrna – Cape Henlopen and Smyrna locked up in a match with twists and turns that kept the crowd at Smyrna High School engaged through the final bout. Cape Henlopen advanced to their first ever state final …

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Pusey’s pin secures southern division title for the Bulldogs

Benny MitchellHeadlines, Sports

Laurel Bulldogs 2022 Henlopen Conference Southern Division Champions photo courtesy Laurel High School Wrestling Facebook page Felton – The stage was set for the final dual meet of the season between Laurel and Lake Forest. Both teams came in the match 4-0 and the Henlopen Conference Southern Division was on the line. Coming down to the final bout of the night …