February 6, 1953 - Tamaqua scores the first 10 points of the game and never trails as it cruises to a 59-42 Black Diamond League victory over Blythe Township. Don Matalavage tallies four of his game-high 20 points in the opening minutes as the Blue Raiders, coached by Eli Purnell, take control. Matalavage adds nine more in the second frame to help the winners keep their opponent at arm’s length. Tamaqua also receives 18 points in the game from Larry Kaufman, while Norm McLaughlin chips in with 11.