Dom Taylor scores 1,000th career point in Somerset Berkley win

High school roundup includes standout performances across Massachusetts

Feb. 3, 2026 at 9:07pm

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Dom Taylor scored 32 points, including his 1,000th career point, as Somerset Berkley defeated Old Rochester 71-53 in a South Coast Conference boys basketball matchup. The high school sports roundup also includes notable performances from players across Massachusetts in boys and girls basketball, as well as boys hockey and gymnastics.

Why it matters

Reaching 1,000 career points is a significant milestone for a high school basketball player, showcasing their sustained excellence and impact on their team over multiple seasons. This achievement highlights the talent and dedication of young athletes in Massachusetts communities.

The details

In the South Coast Conference, Dom Taylor scored 32 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and went 9-for-9 from the free throw line to lead Somerset Berkley to a 71-53 win over Old Rochester. Taylor's performance included his 1,000th career point. Elsewhere, Gaven Smith scored 17 points as Nantucket defeated Cape Cod Tech 65-31 in the Cape and Islands League, and Keith Chandler poured in 31 points to power Lynn Tech to an 81-51 rout of Greater Lowell.

  • On February 3, 2026, Dom Taylor scored his 1,000th career point.

The players

Dom Taylor

A high school basketball player who scored his 1,000th career point while leading Somerset Berkley to a win over Old Rochester.

Gaven Smith

A high school basketball player who scored 17 points to lead Nantucket to a victory over Cape Cod Tech in the Cape and Islands League.

Keith Chandler

A high school basketball player who scored 31 points to power Lynn Tech to an 81-51 win over Greater Lowell.

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The takeaway

These high school basketball performances showcase the talent and dedication of young athletes in Massachusetts, with milestones like Dom Taylor's 1,000th career point highlighting the sustained excellence of these players and the importance of community-based sports programs.