Christian Gatlos comes to Smithfield after earning a master’s degree in Exercise Science from Canisius University, where he interned with the Sports Performance staff, assisting multiple athletic teams. Prior to that, he completed both a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership at Juniata College, where he also spent five years on the football team.
With additional experience interning at Juniata College and volunteering at the University of Delaware, Gatlos brings a well-rounded background in sports performance and leadership.
Gatlos holds several professional certifications, including USA Weightlifting (USAW L1), NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), Behavior Change Specialist, and Certified Sports Nutrition Coach. He is also CPR/AED certified.
