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: 2026 Sacramento Open
Match #41
Apr 15
Tyra Hurricane Black, Eric Oncins
G1
11
-5
G2
11
-3
Michael Loyd, Jalina Ingram
G1
11
5
G2
11
3
Match #51
Apr 16
Tyra Hurricane Black, Eric Oncins
G1
12
-10
G2
11
-1
Tyler Loong, Lindsey Newman
G1
12
10
G2
11
1
Match #56
Apr 17
Tyra Hurricane Black, Eric Oncins
G1
11
-9
G2
11
-3
Jonathan Truong, Jessie Irvine
G1
11
9
G2
11
3
Match #58
Apr 18
Parris Todd, Andrei Daescu
G1
6
-11
G2
11
-9
G3
7
-11
Eric Oncins, Tyra Hurricane Black
G1
6
11
G2
11
9
G3
7
11
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Match #28
Apr 15
Tyra Hurricane Black, Jorja Johnson
Parris Todd, Rachel Rohrabacher
Match #13
Apr 17
Tyra Hurricane Black, Jorja Johnson
G1
11
-0
G2
11
-0
Chloe Igleski, Zoeya Khan
G1
11
0
G2
11
0
Match #25
Apr 19
Tyra Hurricane Black, Jorja Johnson
G1
11
-6
G2
11
-1
Meghan Dizon, Catherine Parenteau
G1
11
6
G2
11
1
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Silver:
Bronze: