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On This Date: Dec. 17, 1971

December 17, 1971 — Brian Metzger scores 15 of his game-high 22 points in the second half as Lehighton rallies for a 68-50 victory over Jim Thorpe. The Indians, coached by Ray Koons, trail by as many as nine points in the second quarter before starting their comeback. Metzger hits for eight points in the third frame, and the Tribe use an 18-5 period to gain the lead. He adds seven in the fourth as Lehighton pulls away for the win. Dave Long contributes 18 points and eight rebounds, while Kevin Seltzer adds 13 points and 10 boards. The Olympians receive a team-high 16 points from Danny Albeck.