On This Date: March 12, 1951

March 12, 1951 — Chet Bartel scores a team-high 13 points to help St. Ann’s of Lansford rally for a 44-34 victory over St. Stephen’s of Port Carbon in the diocesan playoffs. The Panther Valley Parochial League champions, coached by Richie Giantesano, trail by four points at halftime before making their comeback. Teddy Fritz tallies seven of his eight points in the fourth quarter as the Crusaders outscore their opponent 17-7 in the frame. Bob Daidos contributes nine points to the win, while Bill Brennan adds six.