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On This Date: (Dec. 12, 1958)

December 12, 1958 - Bill Storch scores a team-high 17 points as Tamaqua rebounds from an early deficit to gain a 64-58 victory over West Hazleton. After falling behind 14-11 after the first quarter, the Blue Raiders outscore their opponents by a 20-11 margin in the second frame to grab the lead. Storch tallies six points during the third period as the winners, coached by Eli Purnell, extend the advantage with a 17-9 quarter. Bill Yelsh contributes 13 points to the Tamaqua cause, while Tony Fredicine adds 12 and Dan Boyle chips in with 10.