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On This Date: (Dec. 9, 1977)

December 9, 1977 - Four Slatington starters reach double figures in scoring to lead the Bulldogs to a 71-59 victory over Southern Lehigh. Mike Fisher and Dave Oertner combine for 12 points during an 18-8 spurt that turns a one-point deficit into a nine-point halftime lead. Oertner and Bruce Kemmerer both hit for six points in the third frame as the winners, coached by Glenn Rissmiller, extend their advantage to 14. Fisher finishes with a game-high 22 points for Slatington, which shoots a solid 17-of-21 from the free throw line, while Oertner follows close behind with 20. Kemmerer ends with 12, with Ron Breiner contributing 10.