In a thrilling quarterfinal matchup at Randolph High School, Delbarton's basketball team showed why its the defending champion, earning a 79-68 win over West Morris. Senior standout Mike Van Raaphorst '24, had a bounce back performance from Thursday's game, dominating the court, notching a game-high 30 points. Adding to the scoreboard, Lincoln Zimmermann contributed 16 points, solidifying Delbarton's offensive attack.

Delbarton's starters and deep bench helped put the game out of reach for West Morris. Patrick Mahoney, Luke Azzinaro, and Lucas Cardinale each chipped in 8 points, showcasing the team's depth and versatility.

Delbarton set the tone early, establishing an 18-11 lead after the first quarter. Despite West Morris' efforts, Delbarton maintained control, heading into halftime with a 37-32 advantage. A pivotal surge in the third quarter widened the gap, with Delbarton outscoring the Wolfpack 21-14, sealing the victory.

With this impressive win under their belt, Delbarton advances to the county semifinal Saturday at County College of Morris. They are set to face off against the #3 seed, Madison, in what promises to be another intense match-up of two teams who have not faced each other this season. The winner will secure a spot in the County Final, awaiting the victor between Chatham and Mendham. Delbarton's journey in the Morris County Tournament continues, as they aim to cement their status as contenders for the championship title one again.