Kristin Leitheuser Biography
Kristin Leitheuser is a TV personality, contractor, and co-host of HGTV’s Small Town Potential. She is a former basketball player and graduate of Arlington High School in Texas.
She played in 25 games for the St Francis Brooklyn Terriers and held the forward position for her team. Kristin hosts the HGTV show ‘Small Town Potential’ with her partner Davina Thomasula who is a real estate agent and designer.
Leitheuser grew up in a family of builders and contractors and learned the trade from her dad and building partner, Don. She also developed a passion for sports, especially basketball.
Leithuser attended Arlington High School in Texas, where she played for the girls’ basketball team and earned several honors and awards. She then went on to play for the St Francis Brooklyn Terriers in college, holding the forward position for her team. She graduated with a degree in business management in 2011.
Kristin Leitheuser Age
Leitheuser was born on June 15, 1989, in Pleasant Valley, New York, a town situated between New York City and the state capital of Albany. She is 34 years old as of 2023.
Kristin Leitheuser and Davina Thomasula
Kristin Leitheuser met Davina Thomasula, a real estate agent and business owner, in 2015. The two hit it off right away and became inseparable. They got engaged in 2019, but have not set a wedding date yet due to their busy schedules. Leitheuser and Davina currently live in Kingston, New York, a town at the base of the Catskill Mountains filled with history and a vibrant art community. They also have two dogs, Stephen and Winston, who they consider their children.
Kristin Leitheuser Small Town Potential
Leitheuser and Davina Thomasula teamed up to create Small Town Potential, a show that showcases their love for the Hudson Valley and its potential for renovation. The show follows them as they help families who are ready to settle down in a cozy upstate New York town find the perfect house to renovate and call home. Davina devises the design plan, while Kristin brings it to life with the help of her dad and building partner, Don. The show also highlights the local culture, businesses, and attractions of the area.
Kristin Leitheuser Bar
Aside from being a contractor and a TV host, Kristin Leitheuser is also a bar owner. She and Davina own Goodnight Kenny, a local bar in Poughkeepsie, New York. The bar is named after Kristin’s grandfather, who passed away in 2018. The bar features live music, trivia nights, karaoke nights, and other events. It also serves as a gathering place for their friends and family.
Kristin Leitheuser cross-country coach
Leitheuser is not only good at basketball but also at running. She is a cross-country coach at Arlington High School in Texas, where she used to play basketball. She enjoys mentoring young athletes and helping them achieve their goals. Kristin also runs marathons herself and has completed several races across the country.