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Norm Van Lier
Norm was one of St. Francis' finest players. In his junior and senior years he racked up a total of 573 assists. In all he scored 1,410 points in three years for an 18.8 points per game average along with grabbing off 769 rebounds. Acquired by the Royals from the Bulls in a pre 1969-70 season trade, Norm immediately made the deal look good when he scored 14 points in 22 minutes of the opening game of the season and played like a veteran.
1970 Topps Set (Basketball)
97
Rookie
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Voted most valuable player to perform in New York's famed Madison Square Garden during his last two collegiate years...named to All-Metropolitan NY All-Star team as well as All-American. One of aces which helped spark Royals to two consecutive National League tities in 1945-46 and 1946-47. Member of team making its debut in the BAA. One of best defensive players developed.

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Captained City College team in 1942 and named to All-Madison Square and All-Metropolitan teams in 1942-43. Starred for Norfolk Naval Training Station five which was voted the outstanding service team in country in 1944. Member of Royals' National League championship teams of 1945-46 and 1946-47. Selected to League's All-Star teams in 1946-47 and 1947-48. Is one of key figures of Royals' powerhouse attack to be unveiled in BAA for first time this season.

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"Big Mo" does everything like a champ. He is the top man in the rebound department, having set the N.F.L. record last season, with 1256 grabs. He's the organizer of the Royals' fast break, is a great passer and can pop the ball in with his fine jump shot from the rim of the circle.

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Dick Ricketts
Dave Piontek
Don Meineke

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Norm Van Lier, Guard - Royals.
William (Red) Holzman, Forward - Royals.

Back to the Front! Royals card back du jour...

Dick Ricketts
Dick is a fine all around athlete. In the spring and summer, he pitches for the Rochester Red Wings and last year posted a good 12-9 mark. On the court he is a sensational defensive operator and scores with classy set shots. In college, Dick had over 17 points per game.
1957 Topps Set (Basketball)
8
Rookie
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Card Sets

Here is a selection of card sets featuring players from this team. The number of players included from the team is also shown.

1972 Topps Set (Basketball) (1)
1996 Topps Stars Set (Basketball) (2)
1961 Fleer Set (Basketball) (7)
1970 Topps Set (Basketball) (9)
1969 Topps Set (Basketball) (7)
1957 Topps Set (Basketball) (10)
1948 Bowman Set (Basketball) (5)
1971 Topps Set (Basketball) (7)

All Sets

Royals
Total Card Count

48

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