[header] How to get a varsity letter [title] Explore athletic options. [step] Most schools give out varsity letters for athletics. If you already play a particular sport, like baseball or basketball, go for a varsity letter in that field. 
If you're not already on a team, try out for the team during the school year. If you're accepted to the team, you can work on excelling in that particular sport to earn a varsity letter.