March 27, 1979 — Barry Eckhart and Suzie Jones both win three events to help Slatington’s track teams earn a sweep over Southern Lehigh. Eckhart captures the 800 in 2:08.8, the 1600 in 4:36.6, and the 3200 in 10:40.6 as the Bulldogs gain a 97-53 victory. Jones, meanwhile, earns first place in the shot put (11.06 meters), discus (27.99 meters) and javelin (33.19 meters) during a 74-58 girls win. Todd Messinger (triple jump, high jump) and Duane Beers (110 hurdles, 330 hurdles) both add two firsts during the boys meet, while Betsy Shiner (800, 1600) and Pam Peters (long jump, triple jump) each contribute multiple wins in the girls meet.