A few weeks ago Memphis Grizzlies Guard Courtney Lee made a special trip back to his old college stomping grounds. This visit was different from many others Lee have made in the past.
The NBA player was on hand to watch as his #32 jersey was officially retired. The former Western Kentucky star came out during halftime of WKU’s home game against UTEP. Lee graduated from WKU in 2008 with a degree in sociology and a minor in criminology.
“This is the coolest of the cool right here,” Lee said before the game. “It’s a true honor to be able to go up in E.A. Diddle. Knowing the tradition here, it speaks volumes, and just to be back here and see all of my old teammates and some of the coaching staff, it’s a special moment for me.”
“I am truly honored,” Lee said. “I enjoyed my time on The Hill and am grateful to have played in front of the fans in Bowling Green. I thank my teammates and the entire coaching staff, my academic advisor Ms. Dixie (Mahurin) and Danny Rumph and the Rumph family for helping to guide me in becoming the man I am today. I would also like to give credit to Jim Clark, President (Gary) Ransdell and Travis Hudson and everyone else that was a part of helping me reach this goal. This is a true blessing for my family and me.”
Congrats Courtney.
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