Colorado Lumberjax Announce Next Era PT & Performance as Official Performance Partner
LAKEWOOD, CO — March 24, 2026
The Colorado Lumberjax today announced an expanded partnership with Next Era PT & Performance, naming the organization the Official Performance Partner of the Lumberjax for the 2026 season.
The partnership integrates elite athletic training with a growing baseball franchise focused on professional-grade player development. As the Official Performance Partner, Next Era will provide the Lumberjax roster with a comprehensive health and readiness program, including professional performance assessments and access to Next Era’s state-of-the-art facility in Dove Valley.
A key component of the partnership includes gameday medical support, with a Sports Certified Specialist (SCS) Doctor of Physical Therapy on-site at All Star Park for every Lumberjax home game to manage training, recovery, and injury rehabilitation.
“Player health and readiness are the backbone of a sustainable, winning organization,” said Brad Nemzer, Managing Partner of the Lumberjax. “By providing our players with access to an SCS Doctor of Physical Therapy on-site and elite training facilities, we are ensuring our athletes have every resource they need to compete at the highest level. We are excited to have Next Era as a foundational partner in our performance strategy.”
In connection with the partnership, Next Era will serve as the presenting sponsor of the 2026 Player Signing Announcements, linking their brand to the arrival of the team’s top talent throughout the spring. The partnership will also include branded digital integrations across team platforms and GoLumberjax.com.
“Our team is dedicated to helping athletes reach their peak potential and stay on the field,” said Nick Thurlow, PT, DPT and Owner of Next Era. “Partnering with the Lumberjax allows us to bring our specialized performance expertise to a high-level collegiate environment, and we look forward to supporting these players throughout the 2026 season.”
About the Colorado Lumberjax The Colorado Lumberjax are a summer collegiate baseball organization based in the Denver metro area, providing college ballplayers the opportunity to compete at a high level while engaging with local fans and communities. The Lumberjax are committed to developing players, creating memorable summer baseball experiences, and building strong community connections through the game. For more information, visit golumberjax.com.
About Next Era PT & Performance Next Era PT & Performance is a premier sports physical therapy and athletic development center. Specializing in evidence-based recovery, injury prevention, and elite performance training, Next Era helps athletes of all levels optimize their physical potential from their state-of-the-art facility in Dove Valley. For more information, visit nexterapt.com.
