Former D-I No. 1 · NCAA Champion Coach

Caitlin Bernard

Coach · College Recruiting · Portland, OR

Private & virtual lessons for every level

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139
Career Wins, Indiana
2×
NCAA National Champion
#1
Singles, Big Ten
97-10
CMS Overall Record
Caitlin Bernard, private tennis coach in Portland, Oregon
About Me

Big Ten No. 1 to Championship Coach

I rose to No. 1 singles at Indiana University, played professionally on the WTA circuit, then spent four seasons coaching Claremont-Mudd-Scripps to back-to-back NCAA titles. Now I coach players of every level.

  • Former No. 1 singles, Indiana University
  • Former Associate Head Coach, CMS Athenas
  • Back-to-back NCAA national championships
  • Professional WTA circuit
  • 2× Gold Ball, national mixed doubles
My Journey

From Elite Player to National Championship Coach

2015–2021

Indiana University Hoosiers

No. 1 singles, 139 career wins.

Caitlin Bernard playing tennis for the Indiana University Hoosiers
2019–2021

Professional WTA Circuit

Competed across Romania, Mexico, Canada, and the U.S.

2021–2025

Claremont-Mudd-Scripps Athenas

Back-to-back NCAA titles; 97-10 overall as Associate Head Coach.

Claremont-Mudd-Scripps Athenas celebrating their NCAA National Championship, coached by Caitlin Bernard
Today

Private Coaching

Coaching in person and virtual.

College Recruiting

Your Path to College Tennis

Guidance built on knowing exactly what college coaches look for — from a former Big Ten No. 1 and NCAA championship coach.

🎓 Scholarship Strategy

Mapping out programs across D1–D3 where your game fits and financial aid is realistic.

📋 Recruiting Profile

Video, stats, and academics packaged to get coaches' attention.

📧 Coach Outreach

Direct outreach to college coaches on your behalf, opening doors at programs that fit.

📝 Offer Guidance

Understand and compare offers when they come in.

Start Recruiting
Work With Me

Coaching for Every Player

Private lessons in-person in Portland, OR — or virtual anywhere.

Private Lessons

🎥 Video Analysis

In-depth stroke mechanics breakdown, frame-by-frame technique notes, match play film review, and a full written feedback report.

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📈 Performance Plan

4 sessions/month, custom practice plan, messaging support.

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🏆 Competitive Path

8 sessions/month, tournament prep, mental game coaching.

Go Competitive
Accolades

Playing & coaching honors

Caitlin Bernard, Portland tennis coach, holding the NCAA National Championship trophy
1×

Hoosier Award

Indiana University

2020

IU Student-Athlete of the Year

Indiana University

2×

Gold Ball — Mixed Doubles

2023 & 2024

2×

NCAA National Champion

Claremont-Mudd-Scripps Athenas

#1

Ranked Mixed Doubles Player, US

2025

2×

Eileen Robinson Award

Mental Toughness · Indiana University

Testimonials

What Students & Parents Say

“

Well organized, and Caitlin is hands-down the best coach.

Parent of a Junior Player
Private lessons
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The best coach I have ever worked with! She also helped me immensely in the college recruiting process. 10/10 recommend.

Former Junior Player
College recruiting guidance
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I can't recommend Coach CB enough. She played such a huge role in my development as both a tennis player and a person during my college career. Her technical knowledge of the game is incredible, and she always knew exactly what adjustments I needed to make to improve my performance. She helped me stay confident, focused, and composed during some of the toughest matches I've ever played and helped me close out two National Championship wins at the highest level (both indoor and outdoor). If you're looking for someone who truly understands college recruiting, high-level tennis, and the mental side of competing first-hand, you're in the best hands.

Ella
Former CMS Athena Player
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✉ caitlinbernardtennis@gmail.com
🕑 Sessions available 7 days/week, virtual & in-person