About Who We Are
Athletic Alliance of Chicago (“AAC”) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit sports league organization operating in Chicago dedicated to the LGBTQ+ community and straight allies. Our mission is simple, through a wide range of athletic competition, AAC strives to provide it’s members and the community the following:
A social outlet to build camaraderie within a diverse LGBTQ+ community.
A supportive environment that nurtures participants beyond the playing field.
A dynamic, all-volunteer organization that is self-sustaining and dedicated to excellence on a local, regional and national level.
Currently, AAC is comprised of eight different leagues Badminton, Beach Volleyball, Darts, Indoor Volleyball, Pickleball, Pool, Table Tennis, Second City Tennis. We welcome all kinds of players, whether you are a seasoned or picking up the sport for the first time. AAC only requires all members to purchase an annual membership for $25.
Each league has different schedules so please visit their pages and get in the game this season.
Executive Board
Our Executive Board members come from diverse backgrounds both professionally and personally, it is with that experience that AAC will continue to grow and offer it’s members a quality experience in the years ahead. However, it is AAC’s large number of volunteers who are unwavering in their support and commitment that makes AAC the success it is today.
League Directors
Badminton
Ann Padua
badminton@sportsaac.com
Beach Volleyball
Kevin Hansen
beachvball@sportsaac.com
Darts
Dave Sawyer
darts@sportsaac.com
Indoor Volleyball
Kevin Hansen
indoorvball@sportsaac.com
Pool
Anthony Salguero
Derek Schadel
Randy Plaisance
pool@sportsaac.com
PickleBall
Alison Newberry
Mike Cavitt
pickleball@sportsaac.com
Table Tennis
Kevin Hansen
tabletennis@sportsaac.com
Tennis
Second City Tennis
SCT Board of Directors