January 31, 2009 — Both Panther Valley basketball teams post wins, with the boys gaining a 61-45 victory over Schuylkill Haven and the PV girls triumphing 37-20 over Weatherly. Ryan Blasko pours in a game-high 21 points as the Panthers, coached by Pat Crampsie, use an 18-5 first quarter to grab an early lead against the Hurricanes. The winners also receive 18 points from Bejtullah Mehmeti. The Panther Valley girls, coached by Bernie Ogozalek, race to a double-digit halftime lead en route to their victory. Karissa Nahf leads the way with 16 points, including a 10-of-14 effort at the foul line. Alyssa Baranovich chips in with eight.