1800's

Founder, reverent Samuel T. Cooper starts a hosiery business

1910's

Jockey’s revolutionary closed-crotch union suit hits the market.

1920's

Jockey introduces a new era of long johns and tops.

1930's

Jockey® Y-Front® brief was invented in 1935 by Cooper’s Inc.

1950’s

Ninian & Lester becomes Jockey’s first licensed partner.

1959’s

Jockey’s modern Skants briefs are officially registered.

1980’s

Jockey expands into women’s underwear with Jockey for Her.

2000’s

Jockey establishes itself as a household name in South Africa.

2024

Jockey gives back to local communities.

2025

Jockey SA recognised for its contribution to KZN’s textile economy and employment.

2026

Jockey celebrates 150 years with new VentraCool™ Air technology.