The award is presented to those who have made outstanding contributions to the field of athletic training and nuturance of future leaders in the profession.

Jones holds a bachelor's degree from Hampden-Sydney (1960), a bachelor's degree in physical therapy from the Medical College of Virginia (1966), and a master's degree from the University of Virginia (1968).

Following a two-year stint at the University of Georgia (1968-70), Jones arrived at Washington and Lee in the spring of 1970 and just finished his 30th year with the Generals.