Published January 05. 2019 12:45AM
January 5, 1974 — Late pins from John Hill and Jake Maurer help Panther Valley pull away for a 32-19 wrestling win over Minersville. With the Panthers leading by just four (17-13), Hill gains a fall in 1:24 at 155 pounds to extend their advantage. Maurer follows with a 5:12 pin at 169 to clinch the match. PV, coached by Vince Spisak, also receives a fall from J.P. McGeehan at 140, while Bob Piscelli adds a major decision at 114. Chipping in with decision wins are Manuel Paulo (126) and George “Smokey” Krajnak (heavyweight).