Dover Rallies to Victory, Sussex Central’s David Maker Reaches 1,000 Points

DOVER, Del. — Sussex Central’s David Maker reached a major career milestone Friday night, surpassing 1,000 career points, but it was Dover High that walked away with the victory. The Golden Knights held a slim lead for much of the game, with Maker putting on a dominant scoring performance. He drained a free throw early to reach the milestone, celebrating with teammates and coaches before continuing to push Sussex Central ahead. His hot streak extended into the third quarter, sinking a long jumper and multiple tough shots in the paint to keep his team in front.

However, Dover’s resilience turned the tide late in the third. Trailing 28-22, the Senators sparked a comeback behind Shadrach Mansaray, who knocked down a key three-pointer to cut the deficit. Moments later, Chase Little converted in the paint, and Istavan Norwood’s and-one put Dover ahead 34-31 after the free throw. Sussex Central answered with a deep three from Brandon Spencer to tie the game at 34, but Little nailed a buzzer-beating corner three to give Dover a lead heading into the fourth.