Sally Greer
Sally Greer (born 25 March 1955) is an American former professional tennis player.
Country (sports) | |
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Born | March 25, 1955 |
Singles | |
Grand Slam Singles results | |
Australian Open | 3R (1975) |
French Open | 1R (1974, 1976) |
Wimbledon | 2R (1975) |
US Open | 2R (1973) |
Doubles | |
Grand Slam Doubles results | |
Australian Open | 1R (1975) |
Wimbledon | 2R (1974, 1976) |
US Open | 1R (1973, 1974, 1976) |
Biography
Greer, the daughter of Cuban American parents, grew up in Miami, Florida.[1] She played college tennis for the University of Miami in 1972/73, then embarked on a five-year career on the professional tour.
During her time on the tour she featured in the main draw of all four grand slam tournaments, with her best performance a third round appearance at the 1975 Australian Open.
Retiring from tennis at the age of 23, Greer soon after began a career in media, as a sports anchor and reporter for an ABC network in Florida. She is a certified addiction counselor, having overcome an alcohol addiction of her own.[2]
She has a younger brother, Pedro José Greer, who is a noted academic and physician.[1]
References
- Schudel, Matt (December 22, 1991). "Mean Streets Medicine at Dr. Joe Greer's Clinic in Miami". Sun Sentinel.
- Hein, Alexandria (May 26, 2015). "For pro athletes battling addiction, their names can be the biggest obstacle". Fox News.