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Okay, so if you’ve been binge-watching the Off-Campus series on Amazon Prime like your life depends on it, you already know. Dean Di Laurentis is the ultimate mood. He’s rich, he’s hot, and he’s got more swagger than the rest of the Briar U hockey team combined. But there is one thing that turns our favorite sunshine playboy into a total cloud of salt: Davenport. Seriously, the hate is deep. It’s not just a game; it’s a lifestyle. Let’s break down why Dean is constantly throwing shade at the rival school.
1. The Briar vs. Davenport Rivalry Is Literally Ancient History
Look, I’ll be honest — the beef between Briar U and Davenport is older than Dean’s vintage car collection. It’s the kind of institutional hatred that’s literally baked into the jersey. Every time they step on the ice, it’s not just a match; it’s a war. Dean grew up hearing about how Davenport thinks they’re the ‘Ivy League’ of hockey, and honestly? He’s not having it. The 88% Rotten Tomatoes score for Season 2 proves we love the drama.
2. Davenport Players Are Historically Total Jerks
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Is it just me or does every Davenport player have ‘villain energy’? In the show, they’re portrayed as the guys who play dirty and then act like they’re the victims. Dean has zero patience for people who can’t play fair. We saw it in Episode 4 when their captain literally tried to trip Logan. Dean’s face was a whole mood — pure, unadulterated disgust. We’re living for his protective big-brother vibes over his teammates.
3. The Petty ‘Preppy’ Competition Is Real
Here’s the thing about Dean: he knows he’s the richest guy in the room. But Davenport is full of guys who *try* to look richer. It’s a battle of the trust funds, and Dean finds their ‘old money’ aesthetic so cringe. He’s all about that effortless Di Laurentis charm, while the Davenport guys look like they stepped out of a bad 1980s catalog. Honestly, the fashion shade Dean throws in the locker room is the highlight of my week.
4. That Infamous 2025 Scouting Incident
Remember when the scouts were at the game last season? Davenport’s coach reportedly tried to poach Briar’s stats to make his own team look better. Dean doesn’t forget and he definitely doesn’t forgive. He takes his team’s legacy seriously, and seeing Davenport try to cheat their way to the top is his biggest pet peeve. It’s not just about winning; it’s about the principle, and Dean has (surprisingly) high standards for the sport.
5. Allie Hayes Literally Almost Dated A Davenport Guy
Okay, this is the tea. Remember in the flashback episode where we found out Allie almost went on a date with a Davenport winger? Dean’s jealousy was peak entertainment. Even though they’re endgame, Dean still gets that ‘don’t touch my girl’ look whenever Davenport is mentioned. It’s lowkey obsessed behavior and we are absolutely here for it. Nothing fuels a rivalry like a little bit of romantic tension and a lot of possessiveness.
6. Davenport’s Fans Are The Absolute Worst
Have you seen the Davenport ‘Dawgs’ section? They are loud, they are rude, and they have no chill. Dean has mentioned multiple times in the show that playing at their arena is like playing in a dumpster fire. The Davenport fans once threw actual trash at the Briar bus, and Dean has made it his personal mission to shut them up every single season. Seeing him score a hat-trick in their house is the most satisfying thing ever.
7. The ‘L’ They Handed Briar In Season 1 Still Stings
We don’t talk about the Season 1 finale enough. That loss to Davenport literally broke Dean’s heart (and ours). He’s a winner, through and through, and that defeat felt like a personal insult to the Di Laurentis name. Every game against them now is a revenge tour. He’s playing like he has something to prove, and honestly, the intensity makes him even hotter. No cap, vengeful Dean is the best Dean.
8. Their Coach Is A Total Nightmare
Coach Miller from Davenport is basically the final boss of bad vibes. He’s the complete opposite of Briar’s coaching staff. Dean hates the way Miller treats his players like robots. Dean is all about the ‘Off-Campus’ lifestyle — work hard, play harder — and he can’t stand the rigid, joyless atmosphere that Davenport brings to the rink. It’s a clash of cultures, and Dean is the king of the fun side.
9. The Jerseys Are Actually Just Ugly
Can we talk about the Davenport colors? That muddy brown and yellow combo? Dean literally said in Episode 2, ‘I’d rather retire than wear those colors,’ and he wasn’t lying. For a guy who cares about his image as much as Dean does, playing against a team that looks like a literal mustard stain is offensive. It’s petty, it’s shallow, and it’s 100% Dean Di Laurentis. We love a fashion-conscious king.
10. Dean Thinks They’re Overrated (And He’s Right)
Every sports commentator in the Off-Campus universe acts like Davenport is the gold standard. Dean knows better. He sees the cracks in their defense and the lack of chemistry in their locker room. He hates that they get so much hype when Briar is clearly the more talented squad. It’s the classic ‘underrated vs overrated’ struggle, and Dean is leading the charge to expose them. His post-game interviews are always viral gold.
11. The Locker Room Prank That Went Too Far
According to sources close to the production, there’s a deleted scene where Davenport players pulled a nasty prank on the Briar locker room. They allegedly messed with Dean’s customized gear, and if you know Dean, you know you don’t touch his stuff. That kind of disrespect is what turned a standard rivalry into a blood feud. Dean doesn’t just want to win now; he wants to humiliate them. And honestly? We’re sat and watching.
12. He Honestly Just Loves Having A Villain
At the end of the day, Dean Di Laurentis thrives on drama. He needs a ‘bad guy’ to keep things interesting. Without Davenport, the season would be way too easy for him. He loves the trash talk, the high stakes, and the chance to be the hero who takes down the big bad rival. Davenport gives him a reason to push himself, even if he’d never admit it. It’s the ultimate love-to-hate relationship that keeps us clicking ‘Next Episode’.
FAQs
Does Dean Di Laurentis ever play for Davenport?
Absolutely not! Dean is Briar U through and through. He would literally rather give up hockey than wear a Davenport jersey. His loyalty to his teammates and his school is one of his best traits.
Who is Dean’s biggest rival at Davenport?
In the TV show, it’s definitely their captain, Kent. The two have been clashing since Season 1, and their on-ice fights are legendary for being both intense and extremely dramatic.
Is the Off-Campus TV show faithful to the books?
Mostly! While they’ve added more Davenport drama for the screen, the core of Dean’s personality and his relationship with Allie stays true to Elle Kennedy’s original vision. It’s a must-watch for fans.
Real talk: Dean’s hatred for Davenport is the fuel that keeps the Off-Campus TV show so spicy. Whether it’s the hockey beef or the petty fashion critiques, we are obsessed with every second of it. Do you think Dean is being too dramatic, or is Davenport actually the worst? Let us know your takes in the comments and share this with your fellow Briar U fans! See you at the next game!
