What Does Varsity Mean in Sports? Understanding High School Athletics
For parents watching their children navigate high school sports for the first time, the terminology can feel overwhelming. What exactly does “varsity” mean? How is it different from junior varsity? And why does making varsity carry such significance in school communities?
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Letter Jacket Traditions: History, Patches, and What They Mean
Walking through high school hallways during winter months reveals a distinct hierarchy visible through a single garment: the letter jacket. These wool and leather jackets adorned with chenille patches communicate athletic achievement, team membership, and earned status through traditions stretching back over a century. The letter jacket represents more than outerwear—it symbolizes dedication, sacrifice, and belonging to something larger than oneself.
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