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Chicago isn’t just a great city for outdoor courts and local leagues, it’s also home to some of the most exciting amateur and adult-focused tennis competitions in the Midwest. Whether you’re new to...

Walk into any tennis shop (or scroll through any equipment website), and you’ll see the price gap instantly: some tennis rackets cost $80, while others push well past $250. If you've ever wondered ...

Whether you're new to the sport or someone who hits five days a week, one challenge unites almost every player: finding a reliable tennis partner near you. You might have the motivation, the gear, ...

Chicago is one of the best cities in the country for recreational and competitive tennis. Whether you’re looking for flexible match play, structured divisions, social mixers, or a way to meet new h...

Choosing the right tennis league can make or break your playing experience. Pick one that’s too easy, and you won’t grow. Pick one that’s too advanced, and every match feels like an uphill battle. ...

If you’ve lived through even one Chicago winter, you know the drill: courts ice over, the wind becomes a permanent opponent, and outdoor tennis becomes… well, optional at best. But the good news? I...

Every January, millions of people set ambitious fitness resolutions—only to watch motivation fade weeks later. The problem usually isn’t effort or intention. It’s how humans actually build habits. ...

If you’ve ever played USTA Team Tennis, you know there’s nothing quite like it — the thrill of competition, the strategy of matchups, and the camaraderie that comes with having a team behind you. E...

Play more tennis on your schedule with The Gauntlet — Gladiator’s new on-demand match feature. Find local players, post matches anytime, and unlock unlimited play with the Gauntlet Freedom Pass sta...