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On This Date: (April 29, 1963)

April 29, 1963 — Manus Stanker collects two hits, both doubles, scores two runs and collects three RBIs to help Weatherly gain a 9-2 Mountain League victory over Jim Thorpe at the Eurana Park field. The Wreckers, coached by Tony Romano, break a tie game by scoring four third-inning runs. Ace Faust contributes a pair of hits, two runs and an RBI to the winning cause, while Pat Searfoss adds a double and two runs. Leo Balas also chips in with a pair of hits and an RBI. B. Van Horn earns the mound win, with Bill Gicking providing relief help. For the Olympians, Jack Kmetz and Frank Gilotti both finish with two hits.