On This Date: March 21, 1959

March 21, 1959 — Eddie Kassak of Coaldale’s SS Cyril and Methodius tallies 16 points to help the Panther Valley Parochial League all-stars gain a 58-38 win over the North Schuylkill League all-star team. Joe Perilli of St. Joseph’s in Summit Hill contributes 13 points to the victory. The winners, coached by Charlie O’Donnell of St. Joe’s and Bill Pisko of SS Cyril’s and Methodius, outscore their opponent by a 21-7 margin in the second quarter to build a sizable lead. Tom Sabol of St. Cyril’s also chips in with 12 points.