DEVELOPMENT
After a stellar collegiate career at the University of Southern California, where Kaitlyn garnered recognition as a three-time All-American and clinched an NCAA doubles championship, she transitioned to the professional tennis circuit. Over the course of a decade-long tenure on the WTA doubles tour, she soared to impressive heights, achieving a career-best ranking of 38 in the world.
In January 2024, she embarked on a new chapter in her athletic journey, dedicating herself fully to the burgeoning sport of pickleball. Since transitioning to pickleball, Kaitlyn has wasted no time making her mark on the court. Notable achievements include clinching a bronze medal in singles at the PPA Desert Ridge Classic and securing a silver medal in singles at the PPA Veolia Austin Cup.
With her formidable skills and competitive spirit, she continues to make waves in the pickleball community, showcasing her talent and determination as she pursues excellence in her new sporting endeavor.
PPA Tour: Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships
Bracket Completed
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters
Silver:
Kate Fahey
Bronze:
Parris Todd
Bracket Completed
Match #26
May 13
Kaitlyn Christian, Augustus Ge
G1
11
-7
G2
11
-4
AJ Koller, Christa Gecheva
G1
11
7
G2
11
4
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters / Ben Johns
Silver:
Etta Tuionetoa / Christian Alshon
Bronze:
Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson
Bracket Completed
Match #21
May 14
Milan Rane, Kaitlyn Christian
G1
11
-0
G2
5
-11
G3
11
-3
Genie Erokhina, Samantha Parker
G1
11
0
G2
5
11
G3
11
3
Match #33
May 15
Jorja Johnson, Jade Kawamoto
G1
11
-3
G2
11
-3
Milan Rane, Kaitlyn Christian
G1
11
3
G2
11
3
Gold:
Anna Bright / Anna Leigh Waters
Silver:
Rachel Rohrabacher / Catherine Parenteau
Bronze:
Parris Todd / Tyra Hurricane Black