Originally from Boca Raton, FL, Tyra Black comes from a family with a rich tennis tradition. With parents who excelled in the sport—her father, Sylvester Black, played for the Jamaican Davis Cup team, and her sister, Tornado Alicia Black, is also a talented tennis player—Black naturally gravitated towards tennis herself.
In her professional tennis career, Black achieved success on the ITF Tour, clinching titles in both singles and doubles tournaments. Despite her achievements in tennis, Black recently discovered a new passion for pickleball. Winning her first tournament in the sport stands out as one of her fondest memories.
Beyond the court, Black enjoys immersing herself in nature. Hiking and exploring various nature parks are among her favorite pastimes. Her love for the outdoors complements her athletic pursuits, providing balance and fulfillment in her life.
PPA Tour: Veolia Arizona Open
Bracket Completed
Match #24
Sep 17
Tyra Hurricane Black, Noe Khlif
G1
11
-8
G2
11
-2
Ivan Jakovljevic, Genie Erokhina
G1
11
8
G2
11
2
Match #35
Sep 18
Tyra Hurricane Black, Noe Khlif
G1
13
-11
G2
9
-11
G3
5
-11
Casey Diamond, Sofia Sewing
G1
13
11
G2
9
11
G3
5
11
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters / Ben Johns
Silver:
Rachel Rohrabacher / Christian Alshon
Bronze:
Bracket Completed
Match #19
Sep 18
Meghan Dizon, Tyra Hurricane Black
G1
11
-2
G2
11
-1
Jalina Ingram, Hannah Blatt
G1
11
2
G2
11
1
Match #25
Sep 19
Meghan Dizon, Tyra Hurricane Black
G1
11
-5
G2
11
-8
Jessie Irvine, Etta Tuionetoa
G1
11
5
G2
11
8
Match #28
Sep 20
Meghan Dizon, Tyra Hurricane Black
G1
11
-8
G2
11
-6
Tina Pisnik, Lacy Schneemann
G1
11
8
G2
11
6
Match #30
Sep 21
Parris Todd, Rachel Rohrabacher
G1
11
-4
G2
10
-12
G3
11
-6
Meghan Dizon, Tyra Hurricane Black
G1
11
4
G2
10
12
G3
11
6
Gold:
Parris Todd / Rachel Rohrabacher
Silver:
Meghan Dizon / Tyra Hurricane Black
Bronze:
