The ATA is the oldest black sports organization in the United States. Established in 1916 when members of the Association Tennis Club of Washington, D.C., invited other black players and clubs to join the Association in formning a national tennis governing body for blacks. This new national organization sought to develop tennis among black people in the United States.
Chicago Prairie Tennis Club
Founded in 1912, the CPTC was co-founded by Maude Lawrence, Madelyn Baptist McCall, Ruth Shockey and C.O. Seames. The CPTC takes pride in helping develop the first black U.S. National Champion, Lorraine Williams, who won the U.S. Lawn Tennis National Girl's 15 title in 1953. The CPTC initiated their Junior Development Program in 1975.
The Philadelphia Tennis Club
The TPTC was incorporated on May 19, 1959 as a non-profit organization with a goal not only to promote the game of tennis among adults, but more importantly to encourage boys and girls both beginners and advanced players to participate.