On This Date: March 9, 1961

March 9, 1961 — A huge game from Jerry Holubek propels St. Cyril’s of Coaldale to a 67-23 victory over St. Francis of Minersville in the opening round of the CYO playoffs. Holubek pours in a game-high 32 points to lead his team to the win. The high scorer tallies eight of his team’s 11 points in the second quarter to help the Royals build a 26-9 halftime lead. John Blasko contributes nine points to the victory, while Ron Krasnisky chips in with seven.