A Thought Partner for Athletes Navigating What’s Next
Whether you're stepping into college, out of sport, or in between—coaching gives you the support and structure to move forward faster, with clarity and confidence.
About Chris
Chris “CKat” Katrenick is a Certified Professional Coach & former Division 1 athlete.
Chris launched his coaching practice to support athletes in a unique way—without giving advice—and to do work that was more meaningful, energizing, and fun. This is the perfect opportunity to tap into prior experience + training to serve others.
Chris is a Duke University and Fuqua School of Business Alum, and is a Certified Professional Coach through iPEC and the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
Coaching Services
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High School Athlete
The jump to college can seem big, scary, intense, exciting… all the above. New pressures, faster pace, higher expectations—it can feel overwhelming. Coaching gives you a thought partner to navigate it all, helping you show up with more confidence, clarity, and intention. Together, we’ll build the habits, mindset, and game plan to handle the transition with less stress and more intention—so you're set up to thrive on and off the field. Learn more.
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Current College Athlete
College sports push you to perform at a high level—it’s overwhelming. Coaching gives you space and structure to slow down, think clearly, and strengthen your mental game on and off the field. With a thought partner in your corner, you'll reduce stress, turn your athlete mindset into life skills, and gain a stronger sense of direction, identity, and purpose. Learn more.
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Retiring / Former Athlete
When the structure of sport fades, it’s easy to feel uncertain about what’s next; unsatisfied, unexcited, and not motivated too. Coaching gives you a thought partner to clarify your direction and “who you are” rather than “what you do.” Together we’ll identify how YOUR athlete strengths translate beyond the game, and create new routines that bring momentum, purpose, and consistency. You’ll gain confidence, excitement, and a support system that pushes you to grow, stay accountable, and move forward with intention. Learn more.
Client Testimonials
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Jenny B.
"Chris has been transformational in shifting my mindset around priorities, exercise, and being proud of my accomplishments. He not only genuinely listens, but truly hears what I need, and partners with me to accomplish great things. Chris is a joy to work with, and his approach to coaching is so open, relatable, and sincere."
— Fellow IPEC Coach
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Xander G.
“I’ve gained a ton of self-confidence and clarity, replacing fear of the unknown with genuine excitement for my future. Chris has guided me in exploring my interests, values, and passions, addressing my worries, doubts, “shoulds,” and limiting beliefs. I always recognized your listening skills, and when you began coaching, I knew you’d be great. I felt stuck in life without understanding why, but your description of coaching sparked hope. Working with you has been transformative; I now have clarity in many areas of my life, and everything feels like it’s aligning just how I want it to. ”
— Fmr. College Linebacker
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Former College Baseball Player
"As a former athlete, I struggled with my identity quite a bit after college. I was used to being more than just a student, I was used to the bright lights and the big stage. When that was gone, I wasn’t really sure who I was, what my value was, and where I fit in. It took me 8 years, 3 career paths, 2 cities, and countless dysfunctional friendships and relationships to figure it out. I wish I would’ve met Chris sooner. He is such a soft-spoken, selfless, genuine friend. He has already had such an impact on my life since I met him over a year ago and I am thankful that he is dedicated to supporting other athletes who are going through the same struggle I did."
—Fmr. College Baseball Player
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Caleb G.
How did you find out about CKat Coaching? “I’m a friend of Chris.”
What was your biggest hesitation to signing up? “It was just a new experience for me, and I wasn’t sure exactly how it would go.”
What have been your top three takeaways from our coaching sessions? “Gaining clarity and more structure in my life; Having an outlet to talk through what's on my mind; Learning exercises and tools that helped me explore areas of my mindset I hadn’t unlocked on my own.”
What else would you like to share? “What stands out most about working with Chris is his passion for coaching and his ability to blend structure with genuine insight. His thoughtful guidance, practical exercises, and encouragement to shift my mindset have made a lasting impact. I've seen real improvement in my resilience, organization, and overall mindset. Even during busy seasons of life, I now have strategies in place to stay grounded, focused, and aligned with what matters most to me. My confidence has grown tremendously, and I feel better equipped to handle challenges with a proactive, disciplined approach. I’m excited to continue building on the foundation we’ve created.”
— Fmr. College Lacrosse Player
Frequently Asked Questions:
“So, you give advice on how I should live my life?”
NO ADVICE! Instead, I will ask thought-provoking questions in a structure that allows you to clearly articulate the answer you already have within (which you do have!). I’m not the expert in your life, just in the coaching process.
A coach is like an athletic trainer—assisting with performance and improvement.
A therapist is like a sports medicine doctor—addressing injuries and healing.
Coaches may touch on emotional or personal history, but always in service of goal attainment & growth, not healing.
“How is coaching different than therapy?’”
To get what you want and where you want to be faster, easier, with more intention and confidence, and with less stress. This is an opportunity to accelerate growth and get closer to the living the life you want.