“As long as he surrounded by right people,… No matter what, he’s going to do great things,” that was Stan Holloway’s observation after watching his son Grant create an onslaught in the 110m hurdles final in the US Olympic trials, hardly two weeks ago. Coming from a humble background in Chesapeake, Virginia, Grant Holloway knows about family values and the necessity to keep his close ones closer to him. But does that justify his mountain trip with his girlfriend days before a major competition like the Olympic trials? 

Yes, in the first week of June, everyone was taken aback watching Grant with his girlfriend on a hilly path instead of in Florida on his practice track. But as we have mentioned earlier, Grant Holloway knows the importance of bonding.

And that’s why his girlfriend shows up with him on the mountain trail at the beginning of June and she also accompanies him at the Hayward Field on June 30 when the athlete grins after his victory. So, the question is who is she and how does she impact so perfectly? 

Meet US silver medallist Grant Holloway’s ladylove and former softball player Katie Chronister

Grant Holloway’s girlfriend Katie Chronister brings much more expertise with her. Apart from being a decorated high school player and a famed college athlete, she holds the pitching coaching role in the Santa Fe College softball team. The role basically tries her both mentorship and athletic features, and needless to say, Katie has not let any scratch put a mark on her armor. Furthermore, as an athlete, she brought many laurels to the institute that Grant Holloway calls his alma mater. In fact, their romantic story started within the same sprawling boundaries where Grant honed his hurdling prowess. This made her far more familiar with Grant’s elevation to success on the tracks.

As per several reports, Grant met Katie Chronister at the University of Florida, and their friendship later transformed into a relationship. In August 2017, they made it official, and since then, they have been living together. The year 2017 holds additional significance in Katie’s life as it marked her pivotal role in helping the Gators win the SEC Championship in softball. She continued that form through 2021, leading the Gators’ softball team to two more SEC Championship titles.

Throughout her sophomore and freshman years, Katie Chronister won individual accolades, including the SEC Academic Honor Roll and the Florida Gatorade Player of the Year. In addition, her ongoing studies in sports management have earned her recognition from various circles. This proficiency may have also benefited Grant Holloway. But after walking together for seven years, what’s next for them?

Is marriage on the cards for Grant Holloway and Katie Chronister?

Now, standing in July, both Grant Holloway and Katie Chronister working on their professional career. While Grant is on his way to getting the gold medal from the Paris Olympics, Katie is investing her time in her profession and her master’s degree in sports management. Currently, the couple is fully immersed in their respective professional endeavors. Given their busy schedules, an update on their marriage is likely the last thing on their minds. Notably, the couple has remained tight-lipped on the topic of marriage.

But without those ceremonies, the couple has already tried to keep the bonds firm enough. Eventually, both of their humble backgrounds have helped them to assess each other. And the knowledge of athletic perseverance has brought them closer to each other. That’s why Katie Chronister becomes a regular sight in Grant Holloway’s contests. In his practice sessions in Florida as well, the 26-year-old appears as the motivator and observer. Now the fans will surely pray for the relationship to settle far more perfectly.