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The Jesse Owens Award is the highest accolade bestowed by USA Track & Field. It is presented annually to the athlete who best exemplifies the spirit of the legendary Olympian Jesse Owens. The award recognizes athletes who demonstrate outstanding athletic achievement, sportsmanship, and community involvement. Owens, a four-time gold medalist at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, is widely regarded as one of the greatest track and field athletes of all time.