1952-53 NCAA Consensus All-America Basketball Team Print Ad
The 1954 NCAA College Print Ad features the 1952-53 Consensus All-America basketball team. Highlighted players include Ernie Beck from the University of Pennsylvania, who stands 6'4" and is a senior; Tom Gola of LaSalle University, a sophomore measuring 6'6"; Walt Dukes from Seton Hall University, also a senior at 6'11"; Bob Houbregs of the University of Washington, noted as 6'7" and a senior; and Johnny O'Brien from Seattle University, listed at 5'8" and a senior. The Consensus All-America teams are determined based on players' frequent appearances on first and second All-America squads, which are compiled from national circulation. This recognition reflects the players' exceptional performances during the college basketball season and their impact within the sport at that time.