ON THIS DATE

December 9, 1988 Kyle Kratzer tallies a game-high 17 points and also pulls down six rebounds to help Palmerton register a 46-37 victory in its season opener against Catasauqua. The Blue Bombers, coached by John Hrebik, shut out their opponent in the second quarter to build a nine-point halftime lead. Matt Baumgardt contributes seven points and 14 rebounds, while Brian Morgan adds seven points and eight boards.