On This Date: Feb. 25, 1971

February 25, 1971 — Palmerton’s balanced scoring attack and big rebounding edge help the Blue Bombers gain a 44-38 victory over Northampton to capture the Lehigh Valley League’s second half championship. Glenn Levendusky tallies six of his 10 points in the fourth quarter as the winners, coached by Art George, build a double-digit lead before holding on to earn the title. Randy Stubits also hits for 10 points, while Reggie Hernandez adds nine. John Hayes chips in with eight points and pulls down 18 rebounds as the Bombers finish with 23 more boards than their opponent.