CIAA Hall of Fame Members
"Jumpin'" Jackie Jackson is one of the most recognizable names to come out of the storied basketball program at Virginia Union University. While at VUU, Jackson was named the CIAA's Freshman of the Year. Upon graduation, he was the 41st pick of the 1962 NBA draft by the Philadelphia Warriors. Instead of pursuing a career in the NBA, Jackson chose to play for the world famous Harlem Globetrotters. He spent one season with the Globetrotters (1963) before being drafted into the Army. After his stint with the Army, he returned to action with the Harlem Globetrotters in 1966 where he went on to spend 15 seasons with the organization. Jackie Jackson is a member of the Virginia Union University and Rucker Tournament Halls of Fame.