Cleveland Nets Merch | WTT Team Tennis
The Cleveland Nets were a foundational franchise of the original World Team Tennis (WTT) league, bringing high-energy, mixed-gender professional tennis to Ohio from 1974 to 1977. Playing their home matches at the Richfield Coliseum and the Cleveland Public Hall, the Nets captivated local sports fans by featuring iconic world-class talent, including superstar player-coach Marty Riessen, Australian legend John Newcombe, and the dominant multi-slam champion Björn Borg. Known for their vibrant team synergy and embracing the league's rowdy, fan-interactive format, the team served as a prominent sports fixture in the region. Financial pressures and shifting league dynamics ultimately led the franchise to relocate to New Orleans ahead of the 1978 season.
