Kristen Schlukebir
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Country(sports)
United States
United StatesBornJune 28, 1984
Kalamazoo, Michigan, U.S.
PlaysRight-handed
Prize money$94,748
| Country (sports) | United States |
|---|---|
| Born | June 28, 1984 Kalamazoo, Michigan, U.S. |
| Plays | Right-handed |
| Prize money | $94,748 |
| Singles | |
| Career record | 117–115 |
| Highest ranking | No. 208 (August 9, 2004) |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| US Open | 1R (2000) |
| Doubles | |
| Career record | 106–88 |
| Career titles | 5 ITF |
| Highest ranking | No. 143 (June 20, 2005) |
| Grand Slam doubles results | |
| US Open | 1R (2000, 2002) |
Kristen Schlukebir (born June 28, 1984) was the number one ranked junior in the United States between the ages of 15-18. At 15, she won the USTA 18 & Under National Hardcourts in both singles and doubles granting her a wildcard into the main draw of the US Open.[1] Kristen turned professional at age 18 and played on the Women's Tennis Association tour for over two years, reaching a career high in singles of No. 161.[2]
Kristen had two older sisters, Karie and Katie both who played tennis. Katie attended Stanford University and played on the tennis team. Karie attended Indiana University on a tennis scholarship but died in 2010 from melanoma.[3]
