Introduction to Letterman Jackets The letterman jacket is one of the most recognizable and emotionally powerful garments in American culture. With its classic wool body, leather sleeves, and bold chenille patches, it has been awarded to generations of high school and college students for excellence in sports, academics, or extracurricular activities. More than just outerwear, it’s a wearable trophy — a rite of passage that instantly evokes memories of Friday night lights, cha