Winton's gamble spells loss for Hornets

By KRISTIAN POPE • The News Journal • November 9, 2008 DOVER -- His coach called the simple play. But Delaware State senior quarterback Vashon Winton had other ideas. The result? The Hornets were stunned by Winston Salem State, 27-26, on Saturday in Winton's home-field swan song at Alumni Stadium before a mere 891 spectators on senior day. Senior running back Kareem Jones rushed for a career-high 230 yards on 35 carries and almost single-handedly provided the offensive punch the Hornets needed desperately. Instead, Delaware State, trying to avoid its third straight loss, came away empty-handed in a nonconference game the players believed they should have won. "It came down to making a play, as it always should," Hornets coach Al Lavan said. The loss wasted a 399-yard effort by the offense. Trailing 27-26 with less than 1:00... [read full story]