Our Staff
Our exceptional team and coaches set the standard, excelling in shaping our facilities and cultivating core values and unity.
At NTXRC, we have a profound understanding of players’ needs, resulting in a state-of-the-art facility designed to enhance your skills. Our exceptional amenities and innovative programs cater to individuals of all levels.
Our coaches go beyond just teaching – they become role models who ignite our passion for the game. Through various teaching approaches, they share essential life lessons that nurture strength, teamwork, and fairness.
Both facility proprietors and coaches are architects of an environment fostering talent and character. They organize games, elevate our skills, and offer a vibrant space. Their genuine care for people and the sport creates a lasting impact, fostering improvement in players and individuals.
Join us at NTXRC, where every moment shapes a journey of growth, camaraderie, and excellence.
Meet Our Team
Omar Trevino
Director
About Omar
Welcome to North Texas Racquet Club, home of OT Tennis Academy, where excellence in tennis is our mantra. Meet Omar, a tennis professional whose journey in the sport began in Mexico. At the age of 13, he embarked on a remarkable odyssey when he joined Gary Kesl’s esteemed tennis academy in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Under Kesl’s guidance, Omar honed his skills and witnessed the evolution of his game.
In due course, Omar emerged as Mexico’s National Champion in the fiercely competitive 16’s and 18’s divisions, earning a coveted spot within the top 20 in Florida. Post high school, he garnered a Division 1 scholarship at South Alabama University, where he furthered his passion for the game while earning a bachelor’s degree in Marketing/International Business.
Omar is the driving force behind OT Tennis Academy, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise. With an impressive coaching tenure of over 15 years and a deep-rooted understanding of tennis fundamentals, Omar’s guidance extends from nurturing beginners to fine-tuning the skills of top-ranked junior players. What truly distinguishes him is his natural knack for comprehending the nuanced mental aspects of tennis, enabling profound connections with athletes and imparting crucial mental toughness strategies essential for aspiring tennis champions. In Omar’s tutelage, budding tennis stars encounter more than just a coach; they find a mentor dedicated to empowering them, helping them realize their utmost potential, and triumph in the sport they hold dear.
Alejandra Suarez
PR & Memberships Director
About Alejandra
With an impressive two-decade career in education, Alejandra Suarez has guided and uplifted youth and adults to reach exceptional standards. Alongside her extensive educational background, Alejandra possesses a solid foundation in tennis coaching, providing invaluable insights to aspiring athletes. She proudly represented the USA team for Padel in both the Pan American Games (2019) and the Senior World’s Championship (2022), enriching her sports portfolio. Alejandra is thrilled to bring her passion for mentorship and sports excellence to the North Texas Racquet Club. As the Public Relations and Membership Director, she will inspire and nurture a new generation of skilled athletes and actively engage the community, leaving an indelible mark on Texas’ sporting landscape. Her multifaceted expertise will undoubtedly enhance the club’s experience for members and the wider public.
Carlos Crisostomo
Operations Manager
About Carlos
Carlos Crisostomo, commenced his tennis journey at a tender age, securing a consistent top #10 ranking among juniors in Chile. At 18, he embraced a scholarship opportunity to the United States, combining his passion for tennis with academic pursuits, earning a professional degree in Business Administration.
During his collegiate years at Harding University, Carlos excelled in tennis, consistently featuring at the top of his school’s lineup. He achieved impressive national rankings of #23 in doubles and #44 in singles within the NCAA Division II Rankings.
After his competitive playing years, Carlos transitioned his dedication to tennis into coaching, a sport that had given him so much. He served as the assistant coach at Harding University for a year and spent three summer seasons at the John McEnroe Tennis Academy. He showcased his skills as a senior professional and tennis coordinator at Old Oaks Country Club in New York for over three years. Most recently, he garnered a year of valuable operations management experience at Frisco Community Tennis, rounding out his expertise in the sport he deeply cherishes.
Mariane Soares
Pro-Shop Manager
About Mariane
Lily Lim
Tennis Coach
About Lily
Andrew Painter
Pickleball Coach
About Andrew
His big career highlight was qualifying in singles as a teenager at the Wimbledon Championships in 1995 and facing top seed & number 1 in the world Andre Agassi on centre court in the opening round.
He made 1 ATP Tour Event final and won 5 ATP Challenger doubles titles during his career which spanned from 1994-2002.
After retiring from the ATP Tour he worked at Lakes Tennis Academy for 12 yrs running the junior elite tennis program, traveling with juniors, TCD and more.
He began playing pickleball in 2022 and has been playing on the PPA Pro Tour in 2023 and 2024. He has 3 PPA Titles in men’s 5.0 doubles and 5.0 Mixed doubles & has made main draw of 2 PPA Pro mixed doubles events.
Andrew was born in Australia and since retiring in 2002 has resided in Frisco and now Prosper. He is a full time real estate agent with the Painter Jackson Group & enjoys teaching the sport of pickle ball when he can.
Joshua Jackson
Tennis Coach
About Joshua
Joshua Jackson is a Louisiana native with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from UL Lafayette and former collegiate track athlete. His unique tennis path has provided him the opportunity to train at the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy in Nice, France, while continuing his competitive journey at the ITA level.
Currently, as a full-time tennis coach, his opportunities have expanded from coaching at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, Queens, New York to John McEnroe Tennis Academy in Port Washington, Long Island. Also, leading the Packer Collegiate Institute as the head coach to their first team win in 4 years and qualifying for end of season championships for the first time in program history.
Joshua’s combined marketing competencies and dual sport experience has allowed him to create space for tennis athletes by hosting several adult tournaments in New York City and New Orleans, Louisiana. Each tournament holds a significant value in helping create change to social causes and providing tennis equipment to players at every level.
