Kyle is a descendant of the Yuin Clan of south coast NSW and the Woromi Clan of north coast NSW. He is a 12-time national hurdles champion (including eight times consecutively), an Australian record holder in the 110m and 60m hurdles events, and has competed at two Olympic Games, four World Championships and four Commonwealth Games.

Since retiring from athletics, Kyle has been a strong advocate of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people and culture serving as an Indigenous Ambassador for a variety of private, public and sporting organisations. He travels extensively to promote the ambition and self-esteem of Aboriginal Australians and is passionate about providing mentorship, experience and new opportunities for young Indigenous people.

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