December 23, 1987 — Jim Paluck pours in 11 of his game-high 24 points in the first quarter as Panther Valley builds a sizable lead on Weatherly and cruises to a 60-44 victory. Gene Snisky adds six points in the opening frame as the Panthers, coached by Rich Davidyock, race to a 21-6 advantage. The winners, who extend their lead to 17 heading into the final period, also receive 10 points from Ted Shober while Tom Miller chips in with seven. For the Wreckers, Eric McInroy finishes with a team-high 17 points and John Barron contributes 10.