About Us

Welcome!

We are William and Matthew Orr, two brothers from Texas!

We both love the outdoors and paddling. Growing up, we were always taught the balance of working hard and playing hard. Thanks to our Mom, we literally held a paddle before we could walk. Living in a family that ran a canoe business and raicng canoes we developed a love for rivers and competitive paddle sports. We look forward to pushing ourselves to next level in 2026, and plan to enter in new races across the country to gain better experience and witness tougher competition.

Meet The Team

Paddler
William

I am a new graduate in the class of 2026. Currently I work as a ranch hand twice a week and help sand boats for a local boat builder. I enjoy hanging out with my buddies, playing airsoft, and racing. I raced the Texas Water Safari when I was 13, 15 and I competed in this year TWS in a tandem with my mom. My brother and I raced the AuSable last year together. We had a ton of fun and a bunch of people help us out. Now we're back for round two!

Support Crew
Mom - Holly

Our mom has been in it from the beginning, she taught us how to hold a paddle and sit upright in a boat. We are so thankful for her support and encouragement long the way. She is our biggest fan.

Cheerleader
Sister Katelyn

Paddler
Matthew

I am going to be Junoir in high school, I like being outside and working with my hands. I currently work one day a week learning the construction trade and welding. I have finished two Texas Water Safari's and I got top 20 in both of them. My brother and I racing in the AuSable River Canoe Marathon last year and set the upsteam rookie sprint record. I look forward to racing in the Marathon again learn new things

Coaches and Mentors

We are so grateful for all the support everybody has given us. A big shout out to Chris and Shannon Issendorf and Paddle With Style for helping us get onto a good training schedule, finding us a boat, and giving us lots of pointers and lessons. We couldn't do it without our coaches, training buddies, and bank support. Thank you all so much!

Mascot
Chip Dog

Katelyn, 11 years old, attends most of our races and loves to cheer us on. She is just now showing interest in racing too!

Everyone needs a good dog.

Chip loves to go to the river with us.

If he is on a canoe trip and wants out of the boat, he will put his paw on the gunwales, and tilt his head as a way of asking permission. If we say no, he will sulk. If we say yes he will jump out and run along the bank while we paddle.