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On This Date: (Feb. 2, 1951)

February 2, 1951 - Without its top scorer in the lineup, Coaldale uses a balanced attack to earn a 41-39 Black Diamond League victory over Summit Hill. George Welsh misses the contest for the Tigers due to an ankle injury, but his teammates still pull out the win. Johnny Posta collects a team-high 11 points for Andy Kalen’s club, while Eddie Shubeck contributes 10. Coaldale, which uses a 7-2 mini-run in the fourth quarter to break a tie and take the lead for good, also receives eight points from Bob Ashmore. The Hillers receive a team-high 11 points from Wilbur Ackerman.