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==Award== | ==Award== | ||
*On August 1, 1979 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places | *On August 1, 1979, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*The clubhouse was designed by legendary architect Horace Trumbauer. | *The clubhouse was designed by legendary architect Horace Trumbauer. | ||
*It has the world's first above ground-level swimming pool. | *It has the world's first above-ground-level swimming pool. | ||
*Squash doubles was invented here by Frederick Thompkins, a professional seeking a use for a large open space in the club. | *Squash doubles was invented here by Frederick Thompkins, a professional seeking a use for a large open space in the club. | ||
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==External links== | ==External links== | ||
* [http://www.rcop.com/ The Racquet Club of Philadelphia] | * [http://www.rcop.com/ The Racquet Club of Philadelphia] | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:20, 26 July 2021
The Racquet Club of Philadelphia (RCOP) is the city's premiere squash, real tennis, and racquets facility.
The Racquet Club's athletic facilities include 3 international squash singles courts, 1 squash doubles court, a real tennis court, a racquets court, and a fitness facility. Located on 16th Street between Walnut and Locust, it is in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania's Rittenhouse Square area.
The club has hosted several international real tennis and racquets championships. It was once home to multiple national amateur U.S. champion Morris Clothier and national and world champion Jay Gould II.
History
- Incorporated in 1889 by 22 prominent Philadelphians
- The current facility was constructed in 1907
Award
- On August 1, 1979, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Trivia
- The clubhouse was designed by legendary architect Horace Trumbauer.
- It has the world's first above-ground-level swimming pool.
- Squash doubles was invented here by Frederick Thompkins, a professional seeking a use for a large open space in the club.
See also
- Gentlemen's club
- List of American gentlemen's clubs
- List of Australian gentlemen's clubs
- List of London's gentlemen's clubs
External links
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