West Virginia legend Jerry West will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. President Donald Trump made the announcement following West’s 81st birthday last week. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian award in the United States.
The Great Jerry West will be receiving our Nation’s highest civilian honor, The Presidential Medal of Freedom, for his outstanding career, both on and off the court. Happy Birthday Jerry! @Sen_JoeManchin https://t.co/3kNEpteYfW
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 2, 2019
“The Logo” is arguably the greatest Mountaineer in the history of West Virginia basketball.