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Rossi Racquet Club Accused of Hijacking Public Tennis Courts

5/25/2026

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Rossi Racquet Club is accused of occupying public tennis courts at Rossi Park in San Francisco.
The park has three courts—one reservable for $7.50 and two first-come, first-served.
Members suggest a $5 MeetUp donation but say anyone may play without paying.
Founder says the club plays weekends 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and calls criticism a witch hunt.
Resident Calvin Brown says the club’s use of the courts is unfair to other players.

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Story summary

Rossi Racquet Club is accused of occupying public tennis courts at Rossi Park in San Francisco.
The park has three courts—one reservable for $7.50 and two first-come, first-served.
Members suggest a $5 MeetUp donation but say anyone may play without paying.
Founder says the club plays weekends 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and calls criticism a witch hunt.
Resident Calvin Brown says the club’s use of the courts is unfair to other players.