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West (No. 44) played for the Los Angeles Lakers after his basketball career at West Virginia University from 1960 to 1974. The team is pictured here in an advertisement for United Airline.Pictured on the bottom row, from left to right, is John Tresvant, Fred Hetzel, Wilt Chamberlain, General Manager Fred Schaus, Owner Jack Kent Cooke, Coach Joe Mullaney, Rick Roberson, Happy Hairston, and Keith Erickson.In the top row, from left to right, is Trainer Frank O'Neill, Willie McCarter, Jerry West, Jim McMillian, Elgin Baylor, Pat Riley, Earnest Killum, and Gail Goodrich.

49. Jerry West and Los Angeles Lakers in United Airlines Advertisement, Los Angeles, Ca.

West poses with his fourth grade teacher, Wilhelmina Johnson, during the ceremony to rename the high school's gym the "Jerry West Gymnasium."

50. Jerry West During a Ceremony to Rename East Bank High School's Gym After Him, East Bank, W. Va.

West played as East Bank High School's small starting forward. He led his team to secure its first ever state championship title.He was named All-State from 1953–56, then All-American in 1956 when he was West Virginia Player of the Year, becoming the state's first high-school player to score more than 900 points in a season.

51. Jerry West Holds the Basketball State Championship Trophy, East Bank, W. Va.

Sgt. David West was basketball star Jerry West's older brother. He was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service after dragging a fellow soldier from a rice paddy after he was hit.  David died in the Korean War at age 22 when Jerry was 12.

52. Portrait of Sergeant David L. West of Chelyan, W. Va.

David was brother to basketball star Jerry West. He died in the Korean War at age 22 when Jerry was 12.

53. David West in his East Bank High School Letter Sweater, East Bank, W. Va.

West is pictured in front of a Japanese structure after he has made a recovery from hepatitis.  He was the older brother of basketball star Jerry West. David was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service after dragging a fellow soldier from a rice paddy after he was hit. David died in the Korean War at age 22 when Jerry was 12.

54. David West in Japan Before Returning to Korea

David was an older brother of basketball star Jerry West. He was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service after dragging a fellow soldier from a rice paddy after he was hit. David died in the Korean War at age 22 when Jerry was 12.

55. Sergeant David West in His Army Uniform

West (No. 44) poses on the right with West Virginia University basketball coach Fred Schaus (center) and Willie Akers (left).

56. Jerry West with WVU Basketball Coach and Teammate, Morgantown, W. Va.

West (No. 44) is pictured midair as he prepares to shoot two of his overall thirty-nine points at the game against VMI. The Mountaineers won with a 101-71 victory.

57. Jerry West (44) Leaps to Score Two Points in Southern Conference Game

West, left, and Akers, right, pose with an unidentified young girl.

58. Jerry West and Willie Akers Pose with a Young Fan, Morgantown, W. Va.

A group of men are gathered at a spring banquet held at Hotel Morgan after the West Virginia University basketball team was ranked No. 1 in the United States.In the front row, from left to right, is unidentified, Jerry West, Bobby Joe Smith, Ronnie Retton, Bucky Bolyard, Butch Gude, Jim Warren, and possibly Willie Akers.In the second row, from left to right, is athletic director Red Brown, basketball referee Red Mahalic, Jody Gardner, Loyd Sherer, Don Vincent, Whitie Guyme, team physician Dr. Sam Morris, Golf-pro Reggie Spencer, and Father Scott.In the third row, from left to right, is University of Pittsburgh basketball coach Doc Cartson, WVU head coach Fred Schaus, unidentified, the team's general manager Mr. Gwair, and unidentified.

59. Morgantown Touchdown Club Spring Banquet, Morgantown, W. Va.

West, pictured in the light sweater behind the cash register, listens as a cashier rings up his meal.In his book, "West by West: My Charmed, Tormented Life", West captions this photograph: "I may look innocent here, but I would occasionally play pranks in the dining hall."

60. Jerry West and Teammate Pay for Meal at West Virginia University Dining Hall, Morgantown, W. Va.

West played as the team's starting small forward. He was named All-State from 1953–56, then All-American in 1956 when he was West Virginia Player of the Year, becoming the state's first high-school player to score more than 900 points in a season.He would go on to play for West Virginia University from 1956-1960, and then for the Los Angeles Lakers from 1960-1974.

61. Portrait of Jerry West in His East Bank High School Basketball Uniform, East Bank, W. Va.

In the front row, left to right, are Coach Tony Gentile (Williamson), Butch Goode (Pineville), George Ritchey (Chattaroy), Jay Jacobs (Morgantown), Mickey Neal (Williamson), Ed Christie (Clarksburg-Washington Irving), Coach Tony Folio (Clarksburg-Washington Irving).  In the back row, left to right, are Jim Warren (Clarksburg-Washington Irving), Jerry West (East Bank), Howard Hurt (Beckley), Jim McDonald (Bridgeport), Carl Johnson (Williamson), Willie Akers (Mullens), Larry Brothers (Parkersburg), and an unidentified manager.

62. West Virginia All-Star High School Basketball Team

In the top row, from left to right, is Turk Sine, Kenny Mikes, unidentified, Jerry West, unidentified, Frank Knight, and Walter Nook Smittle, Jr.In the bottom row, from left to right, is Larry Sine, Bucky Bolyard, unidentified, and Jon Huffman.

63. Jerry West with Teammates in an Unidentified Location

West lead the East Bank High School basketball team to secure it's first ever state championship title as the team's starting small forward.  He was named All-State from 1953–56, then All-American in 1956 when he was West Virginia Player of the Year, becoming the state's first high-school player to score more than 900 points in a season.He went on to play for West Virginia University from 1956-1960 and then for the Los Angeles Lakers from 1960-1974.

64. Jerry West Holding the State Basketball Championship Trophy, East Bank, W. Va.

East Bank High School basketball coach Roy E. Williams, right, shakes the hand of Jerry West, left, in the dressing room after beating Mullens High School in Morgantown and winning the state championship title.West was East Bank's starting small forward. He was named All-State from 1953–56, then All-American in 1956 when he was West Virginia Player of the Year, becoming the state's first high-school player to score more than 900 points in a season.

65. Coach Williams Congratulates Jerry West after State Championship Victory, Morgantown, W. Va.

Williams, right, seems to be telling his star, Jerry West, left, not to worry after West fouled out of the game with 5:27 minutes left to play.West lead East Bank High School to secure its first ever state championship title as the team's starting small forward. He was named All-State from 1953–56, then All-American in 1956 when he was West Virginia Player of the Year, becoming the state's first high-school player to score more than 900 points in a season.

66. East Bank High School Basketball Coach Roy Williams with Star Player Jerry West at State Basketball Tournament Game

In the front row is Jim Warren, Paul Miller, Willie Akers, Jerry West, Joe Posch, Jim Ritchie, and Lee Patrone.In the middle row is Coach Fred Schaus, Asst. George King, Ed Bode, Nick Serdich, Kenny Ward, Butch Goode, freshman coach Quentin Barnette, and trainer Whitey Gwynne.In the back row is manager Tony Minard, Dick DuBois, Nick Visnic, Paul Popovich, and equipment custodian Carl Roberts.

67. West Virginia University Basketball Team Portrait, Morgantown, W. Va.

Akers, left, reads over West's shoulder as the two look at a magazine article together.

68. Jerry West with Teammate Willie Akers Enjoying Some Down-Time, Morgantown, W. Va.

West spent one summer living with the Gattlieb family, who owned Blossom Dairy and Restaurant, during his time playing for the Charleston Summer League. Blossom Dairy and the Gattlieb family sponsored West's summer team.

69. Jerry West at Blossom Dairy and Restaurant, a Sponsor of His Summer Basketball Team, Charleston, W. Va.

West, the "tallest player in basketball" at 6'3" keeps Smith from successfully making a shot. At this game, West Virginia University handed Kentucky their fifth home defeat in 15 years.Both West and Smith made the United States Olympic team two years later in 1960.

70. Jerry West Foils a Lay-Up by University of Kentucky's Adrian Smith, Lexington, Ky.

West (No.44), a twelve-time all-star by the time of this photograph, accelerates past Celtics player John Havlicek.

71. Los Angeles Lakers Player Jerry West during NBA Game

Mr. and Mrs. West are pictured in the center in between two unidentified gentlemen. The four are standing behind a table covered by basketball star Jerry West's many awards during his college basketball career at West Virginia University.

72. Jerry West's Parents are Pictured with his Many Awards and Certificates of Accomplishment, Morgantown, W. Va.

In the front row, from left to right, is Elgin Baylor, George Mikan, Coach Alex Hannum, Lou Hudson, and Dolph Schayes.In the back row, from left to right, is David Bing, Jerry West, Hal Greer, Rick Barry, Connie Hawkins, Earl Monroe, Bob Pettit and Johnny 'Red' Kerr.

73. Jerry West's Team at the NBA 'Old-Timers' Game

Portrait of the basketball star Jerry West, who played for West Virginia University from 1956-1960 and the Los Angeles Lakers from 1960-1974. In 1960, West played on the United States Olympic basketball team.

74. Portrait of Jerry West

West, left, and Akers, right, pose with Ann Dinardi. West had lived in Ann and her sister Erlinda's Beechurst Avenue home during his college basketball days at West Virginia University.

75. Jerry West, Ann Dinardi and Willie Akers at a West Virginia University Event, Morgantown, W. Va.

Dinardi and Jerry West, who is kneeling beside her on her right, pose with a group of former West Virginia University basketball players.Dinardi was Jerry West's landlord when he lived on Beechurst Avenue during his college basketball years at WVU. West described her as his "mom away from home."Dinardi passed away at the age of 97 in 2003.

76. Ann Dinardi's 90th Birthday Celebration, Morgantown, W. Va.

Erlinda Dinardi, sister of Ann Dinardi, and basketball star West are pictured in the Dinardi sisters' kitchen reading a newspaper.West described Ann Dinardi as his "mom away from home." She had a special relationship with many of the basketball players because she lived steps away from the Old Field House.  Her home was on Beechurst Avenue.

77. Erlinda Dinardi and Jerry West in Dinardi Home, Morgantown, W. Va.

A poster features Jerry West as a part of the XVIIth Olympiad in Rome in 1960. West played on the U.S. men's Olympic Basketball Team which won every game.  West won the gold medal

78. Greatest Olympians Poster Featuring Jerry West

Jerry West swept past Bev Vaughan (25) of William and Mary and scored a total of 38 points against William and Mary. WVU won 85-82 in the semi-finals of the 1959 Southern Conference Tournament.

79. Jerry West Drives Through William & Mary Defense, Morgantown, W. Va.

West dribbles the basketball across the court likely at Stansburry Hall

80. Jerry West at WVU, Morgantown, W. Va.

Jerry West and an opponent from GWU both jump toward the basket

81. Jerry West Jumps to Score Against George Washington University, Morgantown, W. Va.

West and opponent chase after the ball as it rolls out of bounds during a game

82. Jerry West and Opponent, Morgantown, W. Va.

West shoots the ball while opponents attempt to block him during a home WVU game

83. Jerry West Shoots Basketball During Game as Crowd Watches at Stansbury Hall, Morgantown, W. Va.

84. Jerry West During a Basketball Game at Stansburry Hall, WVU, Morgantown, W. Va.

Jerry West appears to be preparing to either make a basket or pass the ball to a teammate in this image.

85. Jerry West Mid-Action During a Basketball Game at WVU, Morgantown, W. Va.

Jerry West played basketball for WVU from 1956-1960 during which time he had a number of achievements in the sport with the team.  He later played for the LA Lakers in the NBA before becoming a coach and manager.

86. Jerry West Passing the Ball During a Basketball Game at WVU, Morgantown, W. Va.

Jerry West played basketball for WVU from 1956-1960 during which time he had a number of achievements in the sport with the team.  He later played for the LA Lakers in the NBA before becoming a coach and manager.

87. Jerry West, West Virginia University

Jerry West played basketball for WVU from 1956-1960 during which time he had a number of achievements in the sport with the team.  He later played for the LA Lakers in the NBA before becoming a coach and manager.

88. Jerry West, West Virginia University

West jumps to block GW's George Marshall and his layup shot during this 1958 game.  WVU won 93 to 66.

89. Jerry West Blocks George Washington University Opponent, Morgantown, W. Va.

WVU had one of the most elite college teams in the country during the West - Smith Era

90. WVU Basketball Players, Bob Smith and Jerry West

West scores against Canisius's Greg Britz with a back-handed field goal. WVU won the pictured game, 86 - 66.

91. Jerry West Jumps to Make a Field Goal Against Canisius College, Morgantown, W. Va.

West scores a rebound in a Southern Conference tournament against The Citadel. WVU won this game 85-66.

92. Jerry West Scores Against The Citadel, Morgantown, W. Va.

West jumps to block Pitt's Dick Falenski as he attempts to shoot.  The Mountaineers won this game at Pittsburgh, 76-66.

93. Jerry West Leaps to Block Pitt. Player's Shot, University of Pittsburgh, Pa.

Coach Roy Williams is in the back row.  Jerry West is wearing jersey number 12 and is  seated in the front row.

94. East Bank High School Basketball Team, Kanawha County, W. Va.

West shoots a layup in front of a large auditorium of spectators.  West was named All-State from 1953 to 1956 in high school.  He led East Bank High School to the state championship in 1956.

95. Jerry West on the East Bank High School Basketball Team, Kanawha County, W. Va.

Jerry West attended East Bank High School before moving on to West Virginia University, where he continued his basketball career.West led his team to its first ever state championship title as the starting small forward. He was named All-State from 1953–56, then All-American in 1956 when he was West Virginia Player of the Year, becoming the state's first high-school player to score more than 900 points in a season.West was born in Cheylan, W. Va. in 1938. After high school, he went on to play basketball for West Virginia University and then rose to fame as a player for the Los Angeles Lakers of the NBA before becoming a basketball coach and manager. West was born in Cheylan, W. Va. in 1938 and rose to fame as a player for the Los Angeles Lakers of the NBA before becoming a basketball coach and manager.

96. Jerry West's High School Basketball Team Portrait, East Bank, W. Va.