Leadership Team

For over 47 years, Kirk has been a leader in Orange County tennis, guiding players of all levels from their first swings to national championships. After playing #1 at Golden West College, Kirk transitioned to coaching under the mentorship of world-ranked doubles player Mark Elliott. His career spans roles at Park Newport, Tustin Hills Racquet Club, and Mesa Verde Country Club, where he helped develop players like Michael Briggs, a USTA national champion and ATP doubles pro, and Devin Bowen, now assistant men’s coach at TCU.

Beyond competitive success, Kirk has always emphasized growth, opportunity, and inclusivity. For the past 17 years, he served as Tennis Director and Head Coach at JSerra Catholic High School, leading one of the county’s most successful “No Cut” programs. Off the court, Kirk is most proud of raising his children, Hunter and Taylor, both former D1 collegiate athletes, and enjoys photography, music, biking, and hanging with his grandson, Walker, in Montrose, CO.

Keith Orahood is a child of God, a proud husband, father, and grandfather, and a lifelong believer in the power of service. In these “autumn years” of life, Keith has embraced a new calling: coaching adaptive athletes and building inclusive racquet-sports communities where every athlete has a place to grow, compete, and belong.

As Co-Founder and Executive Director of T3 Adaptive Racquet Sports, Keith leads one of Southern California’s most active junior wheelchair tennis programs. His work focuses on expanding access for youth and adult athletes with disabilities, developing competitive pathways, and creating a community culture rooted in dignity, empowerment, and joy.

Keith is a certified USTA and USPTA wheelchair tennis instructor with more than a decade of adaptive coaching experience. He has partnered with organizations including the USTA, Southern California Tennis Association, and the Challenged Athletes Foundation to strengthen regional adaptive sports ecosystems. His leadership has earned multiple honors, including the USTA Adaptive Tennis Service Award and the USPTA/RSPA Diversity Coach of the Year, (2025), CIF Jim Staunton Champion of Character Award (2023) and the OC Register’s Top 125 Most Influential Persons in Orange County (2022), in recognition of his commitment to athlete development and community impact.

Before founding T3 Adaptive, Keith spent 16 years directing one of Orange County’s largest no-cut high school tennis programs for his brother, Kirk, where he coached the first tennis wheelchair athlete in CIF/OC history. His work continues to center on expanding opportunities for athletes with disabilities and supporting families navigating adaptive athletics.\ A graduate of California State University – Fullerton, and a longtime Orange County resident, Keith brings both professional expertise and personal mission to T3 Adaptive. His passion for coaching adaptive athletes is not just a role — it’s a calling that guides his leadership, his faith,

A sophomore at JSerra Catholic High School, Rafael is at the top of his class academically. His schedule is rigorous. It includes multiple AP and other advanced courses as well as a concentration in the Engineering curriculum. Additionally, he takes evening junior college courses. Last summer, he was selected for a summer internship program through Harvard University, which he completed with distinction.

He was the lone freshman on the 2025 varsity tennis team. Playing both Singles and Doubles, he helped his team win their league and then advance to state championship play. This year, he is a leader again on varsity tennis while maintaining a strong tournament tennis schedule on weekends. Rafa also gives his time to others, and sometimes that blends perfectly with his love of tennis He worked diligently on Marbella On A Mission in 2025: a 3-day tennis tournament that raises funds and awareness for cancer charities – last year benefiting American Cancer Society and Saddleback Memorial Care Hospital. Rafael worked as an effective liaison between the tournament and various participants and beneficiaries: tournament co-chairs, both the boys and girls tennis programs at JSerra HS, T3 wheelchair tennis, and Saddleback Memorial. Additionally, Rafael was able to build upon a prior relationship to obtain donated sports drinks for players and spectators.

Teaming with former middle school classmates from St. Mary’s, Rafael co-founded a local chapter of The Lion Heart Fund in 2023, which he continues to serve as an officer. This group provides impactful support for various community projects in Orange County.

Rafa enjoys experiencing life in different parts of the world. He has traveled extensively through Europe and North America, as well as selected spots in South America, Japan, South Africa and the Caribbean. He holds dual citizenship: Great Britain and the USA. He speaks French in addition to his native English. Rafa is an expert skier and considers skiing among his most enjoyable activities. Everyday fun includes being on any tennis court, spending time with his sister, family time with relatives of all ages, and trying his hand at new foods in the kitchen. Rafael is a well-rounded young man with a big heart. We are delighted to have this exceptional student working with T3.

For over 47 years, Kirk has been a leader in Orange County tennis, guiding players of all levels from their first swings to national championships. After playing #1 at Golden West College, Kirk transitioned to coaching under the mentorship of world-ranked doubles player Mark Elliott. His career spans roles at Park Newport, Tustin Hills Racquet Club, and Mesa Verde Country Club, where he helped develop players like Michael Briggs, a USTA national champion and ATP doubles pro, and Devin Bowen, now assistant men’s coach at TCU.

Beyond competitive success, Kirk has always emphasized growth, opportunity, and inclusivity. For the past 17 years, he served as Tennis Director and Head Coach at JSerra Catholic High School, leading one of the county’s most successful “No Cut” programs. Off the court, Kirk is most proud of raising his children, Hunter and Taylor, both former D1 collegiate athletes, and enjoys photography, music, biking, and hanging with his grandson, Walker, in Montrose, CO.

Keith Orahood is a child of God, a proud husband, father, and grandfather, and a lifelong believer in the power of service. In these “autumn years” of life, Keith has embraced a new calling: coaching adaptive athletes and building inclusive racquet-sports communities where every athlete has a place to grow, compete, and belong.

As Co-Founder and Executive Director of T3 Adaptive Racquet Sports, Keith leads one of Southern California’s most active junior wheelchair tennis programs. His work focuses on expanding access for youth and adult athletes with disabilities, developing competitive pathways, and creating a community culture rooted in dignity, empowerment, and joy.

Keith is a certified USTA and USPTA wheelchair tennis instructor with more than a decade of adaptive coaching experience. He has partnered with organizations including the USTA, Southern California Tennis Association, and the Challenged Athletes Foundation to strengthen regional adaptive sports ecosystems. His leadership has earned multiple honors, including the USTA Adaptive Tennis Service Award and the USPTA/RSPA Diversity Coach of the Year, (2025), CIF Jim Staunton Champion of Character Award (2023) and the OC Register’s Top 125 Most Influential Persons in Orange County (2022), in recognition of his commitment to athlete development and community impact.

Before founding T3 Adaptive, Keith spent 16 years directing one of Orange County’s largest no-cut high school tennis programs for his brother, Kirk, where he coached the first tennis wheelchair athlete in CIF/OC history. His work continues to center on expanding opportunities for athletes with disabilities and supporting families navigating adaptive athletics.\ A graduate of California State University – Fullerton, and a longtime Orange County resident, Keith brings both professional expertise and personal mission to T3 Adaptive. His passion for coaching adaptive athletes is not just a role — it’s a calling that guides his leadership, his faith,

Steve Bunch brings energy, encouragement, and a real love of the game to his role as a Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) Certified Pickleball Coach with T3 Adaptive Racquet Sports. He has been coaching adaptive players of all ages in wheelchair pickleball at Angel City Sports events since 2025, helping athletes build skills, confidence, and joy on the court.

Steve first connected with T3 Wheelchair Tennis in 2023 through its clinics in Mission Viejo. Then, during an Angel City Sports weekend in Torrance in 2025, he discovered pickleball — and he’s been hooked ever since. That enthusiasm has translated into competitive success. In October 2025, Steve earned a bronze medal in Wheelchair Pickleball Singles at the Spooky Spokes Tournament in Cincinnati, Ohio. A month later, he added another bronze medal in Wheelchair Pickleball Doubles at the USA Pickleball Nationals at Barnes Tennis Center.

Off the court, Steve is a commercial pilot with more than 3,500 flight hours and has most recently flown cargo in Northern California — proof that whether he’s in the air or on the court, he knows how to stay focused, adaptable, and ready for anything.

As T3 continues to grow its adaptive racquet sports programming, Steve is excited to welcome new players, share his love of pickleball, and help make the sport more accessible, competitive, and fun for athletes of all abilities.

“We are very fortunate to have Steve on our team. There are very few certified coaches who coach in a chair. His knowledge and experience are invaluable for our students. Welcome aboard, Captain!”