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 North Carolina Open
Bracket Completed
Match #19
Apr 03
Tyra Hurricane Black, Max Freeman
G1
5
-11
G2
7
-11
Yates Johnson, Samantha Parker
G1
5
11
G2
7
11
Gold:
Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson
Silver:
Anna Leigh Waters / Ben Johns
Bronze:
Anna Bright / Federico Staksrud
Bracket Completed
Match #13
Apr 04
Jorja Johnson, Tyra Hurricane Black
G1
11
-2
G2
11
-1
Cailyn Campbell, Ella Cosma
G1
11
2
G2
11
1
Match #23
Apr 04
Jorja Johnson, Tyra Hurricane Black
G1
11
-6
G2
11
-6
Christa Gecheva, Kaitlyn Christian
G1
11
6
G2
11
6
Match #28
Apr 04
Jorja Johnson, Tyra Hurricane Black
G1
11
-8
G2
11
-8
Meghan Dizon, Etta Tuionetoa
G1
11
8
G2
11
8
Match #30
Apr 05
Jade Kawamoto, Jackie Kawamoto
G1
11
-4
G2
1
-11
G3
7
-11
Jorja Johnson, Tyra Hurricane Black
G1
11
4
G2
1
11
G3
7
11
Match #32
Apr 06
Anna Leigh Waters, Catherine Parenteau
G1
11
-1
G2
6
-11
G3
4
-11
G4
7
-11
Jorja Johnson, Tyra Hurricane Black
G1
11
1
G2
6
11
G3
4
11
G4
7
11
Gold:
Jorja Johnson / Tyra Hurricane Black
Silver:
Anna Leigh Waters / Catherine Parenteau
Bronze:
Jade Kawamoto / Jackie Kawamoto