SoCal Athletes Compete at 2026 ITA National
Collegiate Wheelchair Tennis Championships

Collegiate wheelchair tennis’s national spotlight hits the USTA National Campus this weekend as the 2026 ITA National Collegiate Wheelchair Tennis Championships begin Friday, April 10. The three‑day championship brings together nine of the top college wheelchair programs from across the country for competition April 10-12.

This year’s championship is extra special as the tennis world celebrates the 50th anniversary of wheelchair tennis, honoring five decades since the sport was created and formalized in the mid-1970s by Orange native Brad Parks. Around the globe, players, coaches, and advocates are recognizing the pioneers who built the game and the generations of athletes who continue to push it forward.

It also marks the 26th year of collegiate wheelchair tennis competition, a reflection of the growing opportunities and recognition of adaptive sports at colleges and universities nationwide.

The field features Alabama, Arizona, Auburn, Cincinnati, Clemson, Houston, Michigan, Michigan State, and San Diego State University (SDSU). SDSU returns after a brief hiatus, bringing a strong legacy of performance and competitive excellence to the national stage.

SoCal on the National Stage

Representing the Aztecs are Southern California players Khristian Martinez and Edgar Vidriales. Their presence highlights the talent coming out of SoCal and shows how the region continues to grow in collegiate wheelchair tennis.

Khristian has had a remarkable journey. After a life-changing spinal cord injury in 2022, he found adaptive sport through SDSU Adapted Athletics and quickly embraced wheelchair tennis. Khristian’s determination and positive spirit have made him a standout in collegiate competition. In his first major events, he claimed first place in doubles and second place in singles at the 2025 Wolverine Open at the University of Michigan, showing his rapid growth and talent.

Edgar has been a key competitor for SDSU throughout the season. He reached a career-high ITF singles ranking of No. 106 earlier this year and currently holds his career-high ITF doubles ranking of No. 107. Alongside Khristian, he represented the Aztecs at the 2025 Wolverine Open, gaining valuable experience against top collegiate programs. His consistency, skill, and rising international rankings make him an integral part of SDSU’s lineup heading into nationals.

Guiding both athletes is Greg Hasterok, head coach of wheelchair tennis at SDSU Adapted Athletics. Hasterok is a former world-ranked wheelchair tennis player who reached a career-high singles ranking of World No. 5 and doubles ranking of No. 3. Since joining SDSU in 2019, he has used his elite experience to help develop student-athletes into national competitors, providing guidance and inspiration both on and off the court.

Championship Outlook

Defending champions Alabama enter pool play as the third seeded team with All American and ITA Singles Champion Francesco Felici leading the way. Top seeded Michigan and second seeded Arizona will also be in the mix, making for an exciting weekend of competitive matches.

The championships run from April 10 to April 12 with the finals scheduled for Sunday, April 12 starting at 9:00 a.m. EST or 6:00am PST. All matches will be live streamed from the USTA National Campus so fans can follow along from anywhere.

For Southern California tennis fans, watching Vidrales and Martinez compete on a national stage is a reminder of the region’s deep tennis roots and commitment to inclusive opportunities for all players. Their journey to Lake Nona reflects the growth of adaptive tennis and the excitement of 50 years of wheelchair tennis.