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.
2025 Pickleball World Championships
Bracket Completed
Match #55
Nov 08
Anna Leigh Waters
G1
9
-11
G2
11
-2
G3
11
-6
Kaitlyn Christian
G1
9
11
G2
11
2
G3
11
6
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters
Silver:
Kate Fahey
Bronze:
Brooke Buckner
Bracket Completed
Match #31
Nov 04
Kaitlyn Christian, Mota Alhouni
G1
4
-11
G2
0
-11
Martin Emmrich, Ewa Radzikowska
G1
4
11
G2
0
11
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters / Ben Johns
Silver:
Jorja Johnson / JW Johnson
Bronze:
Anna Bright / Hayden Patriquin
Bracket Completed
Match #26
Nov 05
Milan Rane, Kaitlyn Christian
G1
11
-3
G2
11
-5
Zoey Weil, Hannah Blatt
G1
11
3
G2
11
5
Match #36
Nov 06
Etta Tuionetoa, Callie Smith
G1
11
-8
G2
11
-6
Milan Rane, Kaitlyn Christian
G1
11
8
G2
11
6
Gold:
Anna Leigh Waters / Anna Bright
Silver:
Parris Todd / Catherine Parenteau
Bronze:
Jorja Johnson / Tyra Hurricane Black