Keenan Paewai

Rugby was the first love. Tennis was the rebound. The game stole his heart.

Coming from a competitive rugby background, Keenan spent years competing at a high level before making the move into tennis, where he quickly found himself mixing it with some of the best.

Then one day, someone handed him a paddle. A few dinks, a few drives, and a couple of kitchen battles later, tennis didn't stand a chance.

Since discovering the game, Keenan has fully embraced it and become a familiar face around the courts. Known for his powerful drive, competitive mindset, and good humour, he's the type of player who loves the challenge just as much as the community that comes with it.

With tournament plans firmly on the horizon, Keenan is preparing to take the next step and test himself on the competitive circuit.

The rugby player may have retired. The competitor definitely didn't.