Chicago Aces Merch | WTT Tennis Team
The Chicago Aces were a prominent franchise during the foundational years of the original World Team Tennis (WTT) league, bringing high-energy professional tennis to the Midwest from 1974 to 1978. Playing their home matches at the iconic International Amphitheatre, the team served as a major showcase for world-class talent, featuring legendary rosters that boasted the likes of player-coach Frew McMillan, Marty Riessen, and the spectacular, multi-slam champion Evonne Goolagong Cawley. The Aces electrified local crowds with their competitive spirit and the league’s signature fast-paced, fan-interactive format, cementing a dedicated regional following. Though the franchise dissolved when the original iteration of the league folded at the conclusion of the 1978 season, the Chicago Aces left an enduring legacy in Illinois sports lore, demonstrating the vibrant appeal of mixed-gender professional team sports in the heart of Chicago.
