December 21, 1962 — Four Tamaqua players reach double figure scoring as the Blue Raiders pull out a 64-58 victory over Lansford. George Barron leads the way for the winners, finishing with a game-high 21 points, while Bill Semko contributes 19. Barron hits a pair of baskets during a late 8-0 run in the second quarter that gives his team the lead for good. Tamaqua, coached by Eli “Pinky” Purnell, also receives 10 points from both George Darker and Ed Lyba. The Panthers, meanwhile, gain 17 points from Steve Zenko.