On This Date: Jan. 9, 2003

January 9, 2003 — Jon Nigito scores 14 points, collects five rebounds, and adds three assists to help Palmerton gain a 49-44 Colonial League victory over rival Northern Lehigh. The Blue Bombers, coached by Mike Snyder, lead by just two points in the third quarter but Drew Kohan hits a three-pointer to start a run that widens the margin to 12 points. Brandon Serfass also scores 14 points for the winners, while Derek Heffelfinger contributes 10. For the Bulldogs, David Heller tallies a game-high 17 points, and Josh Yesik adds 10 points and 10 rebounds.