Richard Evans, Open Tennis 1968-1989. ... (ATA) in 1916, the oldest African American sports organization. The ATA created a circuit of tournaments and provided the network, the socializing and the opportunity to compete that was wanted and needed. For many Black players, and for Ashe, this Black tennis world created a nurturing environment in ...
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