New York Apples Merch | WTT Tennis Team
The New York Apples were a high-profile franchise in the original World Team Tennis (WTT) league, capturing the essence of New York sports culture from 1974 to 1978. Originally founded as the New York Sets, the franchise rebranded as the Apples prior to the 1977 season to align with the city's iconic nickname. Playing their home matches at legendary venues like the Nassau Coliseum and Madison Square Garden, the team was a powerhouse of talent and star power, famously anchored by tennis pioneer Billie Jean King and backed by standout players like Sandy Mayer and Virginia Wade. The Apples reached the ultimate pinnacle of the league's initial era, capturing back-to-back WTT Championships in 1976 (as the Sets) and 1977. Despite their massive on-court success and celebrity draw, the franchise folded along with the rest of the original league after the 1978 season.
