The Salesianum (Wilmington, DE) varsity football team will host Cape Henlopen (Lewes, DE) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7 p.m. at Salesianum. This game is part of the “2024 Delaware High School Football Playoff Brackets: DIAA – 3A” tournament.
Cape Henlopen vs Salesianum High School Football Game Info:
What: Delaware High School Football
Who: Cape Henlopen vs Salesianum
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 Delaware High School Football Playoff Brackets: DIAA – 3A
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Game Preview: Cape Henlopen vs Salesianum
The Salesianum (Wilmington, DE) varsity football team will take on Cape Henlopen (Lewes, DE) in a highly anticipated home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7 p.m. at Salesianum. This matchup is part of the “2024 Delaware High School Football Playoff Brackets: DIAA – 3A” tournament.
Team Records and Performance
Salesianum enters the game with an impressive 9-1 overall record, boasting a perfect 5-0 mark in the league. The team has been dominant at home, with a 5-1 record in games played at their home field. Their high-powered offense has scored an average of 36.3 points per game, led by quarterback Brady McBride, who has passed for 224 yards per game. On defense, Salesianum has been exceptional, allowing just 93 points in total for the season.
Cape Henlopen, on the other hand, holds a 5-5 overall record and a 1-4 league performance. While the team has shown resilience on the road, with a 3-2 away record, they have faced challenges in their league matchups. Cape Henlopen averages 28.6 points per game, but their defense has allowed 236 points throughout the season.
Key Players
Cape Henlopen’s standout player is running back Jayden Messick, who averages 59.6 rushing yards per game. Quarterback Jameson Tingle has been effective, passing for 148.9 yards per game. On defense, linebacker Zane Coulbourne leads the team with 10.1 tackles per game.
Salesianum’s key offensive player is quarterback Brady McBride, whose 224 passing yards per game and 12 touchdowns have been a driving force for the team. Wide receiver Jasir Gaymon has been a major target, with 115 receiving yards per game. Defensively, Salesianum’s pass rush and tackling have been excellent, with Quardell Richards and Odell Teel contributing to the team’s success.
Recent Matchups and Common Opponents
Both teams have faced some of the same opponents throughout the season. Salesianum has had a perfect record against common opponents, including wins over Smyrna, St. Georges Tech, and Dover. Cape Henlopen, however, has struggled against some of the same teams, with losses to Smyrna and St. Georges Tech.
In their most recent matchups, Cape Henlopen lost 31-27 to St. Georges Tech, while Salesianum defeated St. Georges Tech 47-9. This highlights the contrasting fortunes of the two teams heading into this playoff clash.
Game Outlook
With Salesianum’s balanced offense and strong defense, they come into this game as the clear favorite. Cape Henlopen will need a strong performance from Messick and Tingle to challenge Salesianum’s dominance. The game promises to be an exciting one, with both teams fighting for a spot in the next round of the DIAA – 3A tournament.
The game kicks off at 7 p.m. at Salesianum, and fans can expect a thrilling postseason atmosphere as both teams look to continue their playoff runs.
