February 7, 1971 — Dennis Yelito scores eight of his game-high 11 points in the first quarter as the West squad builds a lead and holds off the East for a 53-39 victory in the annual Panther Valley CYO League all-star game. Yelito, who plays for St. Jerome’s, helps his team race to a 12-1 start and a 12-point lead after the opening frame. Bernie O’Gozalek of SS. Peter and Paul’s of Lansford contributes 10 points to the winning cause, as does Steve Pajakinas of St. Pete’s of Tamaqua. For the East squad, Andy Homyak of SS. Peter and Paul’s of Lehighton, and Dave Miller of St. Joseph’s of Jim Thorpe share team honors with seven apiece.