A 6-9 silky smooth forward, "Wee" Willie Gardner was one of the first players signed by the Harlem Globetrotters prior to the 1954 season at the age of 19. The young phenom from Indiana quickly made an impact with the Globetrotters, helping the team capture the "World Series of Basketball" title against the College All-Americans in 1954. The 21-game series attracted an attendance of 277,393 as the Globetrotters posted a 15-6 record and Gardner was named Most Valuable Player.


MATCH HISTORY:

1. Threw 2 blocks; put the boot down 1 time. (B-2; F-1)
2. Put the boot down 1 time. (B-2; F-2)
3. 13 rushing yards; 1 TD. (R-13; B-2; F-2; 1 TD)