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What is the âGreen Jacketâ of UNC sports?
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The Green Jacket is awarded to the Masters Tournament champion, symbolizing membership in the exclusive Augusta National Golf Club. The article explores what the University of North Carolina's equivalent piece of sports clothing might be.
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 13: Scottie Scheffler of the United States puts the Green Jacket on Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland during the Green Jacket Ceremony after the final round of the 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 13, 2025 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) | Getty Images
Later today at Augusta National Golf Club, the 2026 Masters champion will be crowned. In addition to a trophy, money, and the prestige that comes with winning a major golf tournament, Mastersâ champions also famously get something else.
After the tournament, the winning golfer is given and proudly dons the famous âGreen Jacket.â Members of the exclusive Augusta National get jackets to signify their membership of the club, and Mastersâ winners get to join that group. The Green Jacket is arguably the most famous piece of clothing in sports, and most pro golfers â and frankly even people that play recreationally â would kill to win one.
With that in mind, here is what Iâm wondering for todayâs question of the day. What is UNCâs version of the Green Jacket? What Tar Heel-related piece of clothing would you most like to have or is the most important relic in the schoolâs sporting history?
One way to go with this might be one specific game-worn jersey. Both for what he did in the game and the legacy he carved out beyond his college career, I might tend to say Michael Jordanâs jersey from the 1982 national championship game. UNC has had a ton of sporting success â both in menâs basketball and otherwise â but you can argue that game is the schoolâs most famous triumph. Having the jersey of the most famous player from the game, who did the most famous thing in it, would be massive.
While none of the ones he wore are remotely as famous as the Green Jacket, it would also be cool to have one of Roy Williamsâ blazers. He had some pretty fun ones over the years, from Carolina Blue ones, to my personal favorite: the plaid one he wore when UNC won the 2017 national championship.
On a related note of coach apparel, shoutout to Mack Brownâs puffy coat.
Those are my top three choices, but what about you? What would you say is the âGreen Jacketâ of Tar Heelsâ sporting history?
Q&A
What does the Green Jacket represent in golf?
The Green Jacket represents membership in the exclusive Augusta National Golf Club and is awarded to the winner of the Masters Tournament.
Who receives the Green Jacket at the Masters Tournament?
The Green Jacket is awarded to the champion of the Masters Tournament, signifying their victory and membership in Augusta National.
What is the significance of the Green Jacket in sports culture?
The Green Jacket is considered one of the most prestigious awards in sports, symbolizing excellence in golf and is highly coveted by professional and amateur golfers alike.
