Kyle Copeland-Muse (born May 19, 1961) is an American former professional

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player.

Biography

Copeland, a native of

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, graduated from Montclair High School. She is credited as the first black tennis player to appear for

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in the SEC. She completed her collegiate career at

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, graduating in 1982. In 1983 she won her biggest professional title when she partnered with

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to win the $50,000 Bakersfield Open, an event that was part of the WTA's Virginia Slims series. Copeland featured in the doubles main draw of the

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and US Open during her career. Many sources mistakingly display her given name as Kylie.

WTA Tour finals

Doubles: 2 (1-1)

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