In 1876 Samuel Thrall Cooper founded S.T. Cooper & Sons, the predecessor of Jockey International Inc. Samuel Cooper started his hosiery business in St. Joseph Michigan to help lumberjacks who were suffering from their poor quality sock laying Jockey’s foundation for Satisfying the Human Need for Comfort.Today Jockey International Inc. is active in more than 120 countries, marketing underwear, socks, thermals, sleepwear, activewear, sportswear, lounge wear, men’s women’s and children’s ranges. Our ongoing mission is to continue to push boundaries to deliver the experience and excitement that life enthusiasts expect from one of the world’s best-loved and most recognized brands.