December 8, 1953 - Tommy Kanouse scores a game-high 17 points and Nesquehoning uses a fourth-quarter rally to gain a 52-46 victory over East Mauch Chunk. The Nesquers, coached by George Roscoe, trail after each of the first three periods before outscoring their opponent by a 16-8 margin in the final frame. Paul Ruzicka contributes 13 points to the winning effort, while Jack Ligenza and Billy Donald both chip in with seven. For the East Chunkers, Mike Hurley and Dale Harter each finish with a team-high 15 points.