Joey Blake (born July 14, 1967) is an American former professional tennis player.
| Country (sports) |  United States |
|---|---|
| Born | July 14, 1967 Coldwater, Michigan, U.S. |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
| Singles | |
| Career record | 2–2 |
| Highest ranking | No. 313 (March 23, 1987) |
| Doubles | |
| Career record | 1–1 |
| Highest ranking | No. 422 (July 13, 1987) |
Blake, born in Michigan, was the 1985 US Open junior doubles champion (with Darren Yates) and finished runner-up to Tim Trigueiro in the singles event. He was ranked as high as four in the world for juniors by the ITF.[1]
Attending the University of Arkansas, Blake made an immediate impact in collegiate tennis, winning the 1986 National Indoor Intercollegiate Tennis Championship. He turned professional following his sophomore season.[2]
Blake competed in professional tournaments during the late 1980s with limited success. He had a win over former world number 12 Steve Denton at the 1986 Livingston Open and beat Glenn Michibata at the 1986 Canadian Open.
References
edit- ^ "Blake Serves Notice He's Ready for Tour". The Oklahoman. June 1, 1987.
- ^ "USC's Kuhlman, Arkansas's Blake win college tennis titles". United Press International. February 9, 1986.