DePaul University Athletics
George Lott Classic
The George Lott Classic is DePaul men's tennis' annual home tournament, named for the program's all-time winningest coach and International Tennis Hall of Famer George Martin Lott Jr. The event began as the DePaul Invitational and took Lott's name in February 2024, when the Blue Demons dedicated George Lott Court at XS Tennis Village.
Morning sessions begin at 9 a.m. and Saturday's afternoon session begins at 4 p.m.
Courts open one hour before match times for warm-up. All times CT.
5336 S. State Street
Chicago, Ill. 60609
Facility phone: 773.548.7529
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No tickets needed. Admission and parking are free all weekend, so bring the whole family and cheer on the Blue Demons.
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Match Schedule
Every match streams live on SaveMyPlay, and live stats are available for each DePaul match.
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About George Lott
George Martin Lott Jr.International Tennis Hall of Famer and DePaul men's tennis head coach, 1969 to 1991A once-dominant force in the sport, Lott captured 12 Grand Slam titles, including five U.S. Open championships, three Wimbledon crowns and a French Open title. He made history as the first Western player to win the National Doubles title in 1928 and reached as high as No. 2 in the world rankings. Over his career he amassed more than 40 national and international titles and earned eight U.S. National titles, tied for the third-most in history.
Lott excelled in doubles play, winning five U.S. Open titles with three different partners. His 1928 victory alongside John Hennessey was a record-breaking performance, as the pair secured the championship in just 22 games, the fewest ever in a men's doubles final. He also became the first player to win the Cincinnati Open four times, a feat matched only by Bobby Riggs, Mats Wilander and Roger Federer. As a member of the U.S. Davis Cup team from 1928 to 1934, Lott held a dominant 11-0 doubles record and finished with an overall 18-4 mark in international play.
His impact extended far beyond competition. In 1969, Lott became the head coach of DePaul men's tennis, where he remained for 22 years. His leadership left a lasting imprint on the program, and he was known for his deep passion for the sport and his ability to mentor young athletes. His contributions to tennis earned him induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, along with six other Hall of Fame honors, including the DePaul Athletics Hall of Fame.
Lott was also an accomplished writer, contributing to Tennis Magazine and co-authoring How to Play Winning Doubles in 1980. At the time of his passing in 1991, he was the longest-tenured collegiate tennis coach in the country. His legacy as a champion, coach and mentor continues to inspire generations of athletes at DePaul and beyond, and the George Lott Classic stands as a tribute to his extraordinary achievements and impact on the game.
The Ten Commandments of Tennis
The principles Coach Lott passed down to more than two decades of Blue Demons.
- Love and know the game of tennis. It will bring you health and happiness. Return to the game the love you have for it.
- Execution will bring you success. Execute the things you do best.
- Make all the easy shots and some of the difficult ones.
- Develop a second service that is reliable. Double faults are inexcusable.
- Be quick with your feet and slow with your racket.
- Hit through the ball.
- The net is your enemy.
- View your court through your opponent's eyes. This increases your anticipation tremendously.
- Never change a winning game. Discipline yourself.
- Enjoy the game. Be a sportsman in the true sense of the word.
