February 27, 1971 — Five Lehighton wrestlers are crowned champions at the Lehigh Valley League tournament at Palmerton. Bruce Troutman earns a 5-0 decision in the finals to gain the 91-pound title, while Harry Eisenhower follows with a 5:32 pin at 98 pounds to collect his gold medal. Mike Knesevitch registers a 7-4 victory to capture the 148-pound title, with Barry Reed pulling out a 6-1 decision in the 168-pound final. The last Indian gold is claimed by heavyweight George Barkanic, who posts an 8-2 win. Finishing second at the tourney are Lehighton’s Tom Serfass (115) and Slatington’s Allen Foulk (183).