Kim Steinmetz

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Kim Steinmetz (American, born December 22, 1957) is a former professional Women's Tennis Association (WTA) player. In 1989 Kim suffered from a ligament tear in her elbow and retired from professional tennis. Kim was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri.[1][2]

Career highlights

Kim Steinmetz competed in over 26 Grand Slam (tennis) tournaments over her 10 year tennis career.[2]

Steinmetz victory over Natasha Zvereva in the 1988 U.S. Open is often cited as her greatest victory. Following her win over Zvereva, Steinmetz lost to Arantxa Sánchez Vicario.[2][1]

Post career

Following her injury in 1989 and subsequent retirement from professional tennis, Steinmetz began teaching in 1990. She is currently the tennis director at the Missouri Athletic Club.[1]

Earnings

Kim Steinmetz's career earnings on the professional tour totaled $90,856.[3]

Notes

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Missouri Athletic Club - Kim Steinmetz
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Kim Steinmetz | USTA Missouri Valley
  3. ↑ WTA | Players | Stats | Kim Steinmetz


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