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On This Date: (Dec. 18, 1979)

December 18, 1979 - Mike Svetik scores 16 of his team-high 22 points in the second half to help Palmerton rally for an 83-66 Centennial League victory over Stroudsburg. The Blue Bombers, coached by Peter Delich, trail by nine points at halftime before starting their comeback. Svetik tallies nine points in the third frame as a 24-10 quarter gives the winners a lead. Jerry Snyder hits for 10 of his 16 points in the final period as Palmerton outscores its opponent 25-13 to seal the victory. Art George and Steve Quinn both end with a double-double, as George scores 20 points and collects 10 rebounds, and Quinn finishes with 12 and 10.