1954 NCAA All-America Basketball Print Ad featuring Bob Pettit and others
The 1954 article from the Official NCAA Collegiate Basketball Guide features a print ad highlighting the 1952-53 Consensus All-America Second Team. This team includes notable players such as Frank Selvy from Furman University, Bob Pettit representing Louisiana State University, Don Schlundt from Indiana University, Dick Knostman of Kansas State University, and Joe Richey from Brigham Young University. The article presents their heights and academic standings, with Pettit noted at 6’9” and classified as a junior, reflecting his prominent role in college basketball during that era. The piece also recognizes other talented players selected for the team, including Paul Ebert (Ohio State), Bobby Speight (North Carolina State), and Irv Bemoras (Illinois).