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About SportsLab PDX

Helping Portland Move Better and Recover Faster

At SportsLab, we believe everyone deserves to move like an athlete—regardless of age, experience, or background. Our team blends compassionate care with objective data to help you recover, train, and perform with purpose.

With clinical rehab, training and fitness classes, and sports science services under one roof, we connect human care with measurable progress to support your long-term health and athletic potential. We assess where you are, teach you what matters, and support your progress every step of the way.

Our Philosophy

At SportsLab, we believe true athletic performance requires an ecosystem of care. We look at the entire picture of your health—how you move, how you power your body, and how you rest—to build a sustainable path toward your goals. Professional athletes have coordinated interdisciplinary care behind them; why shouldn’t you?

Movement

Movement is medicine, and everyone has their own mosaic of movement. We analyze your unique biomechanics to uncover inefficiencies, correct imbalances, and groove healthy patterns. By building a flawless foundational baseline, we help you overcome current limitations and help your body stay protected against future injuries.

Performance

Performance isn’t just for elite professionals; it’s for anyone striving for their personal best. Whether you’re training for a marathon, a tournament, or life’s daily tasks, we engineer targeted training and fitness programs that scale your strength, speed, and structural resilience.

Recovery

Real progress happens in the spaces between hard efforts. Our dedicated sports recovery services utilize advanced modalities and strategic down-regulation to relieve muscle soreness, accelerate tissue healing, and prime your system for the next challenge.

Evidence-Based Care

Our practice is anchored by sports science, clinical research, and objective, measurable data. By leveraging state-of-the-art assessments alongside proven therapeutic techniques, we deliver predictable, high-tier results you can track.

Meet Our Team

Matt Walsh

Physical Therapist

Jake Stout

Physical Therapist

Taylor Eckel

Physical Therapist

Evan Price

Physical Therapist

Zach Shaver

Physical Therapist

Josh Harper

Director of Sports Performance

Gigi Payne

Private Trainer, S&C Coach

Kate Aas

Strength Coach 

Brett Lopes

Strength Coach 

Jim Anderson

Massage Therapist

Mikhael Raymond

Massage Therapist

Lisa Mae Osborn

Acupuncturist

Amy Lennon

Chiropractor

Leo, General Manager

Administration

Henry, Finance and Operations

Administration

Jerod, Director of Sports Medicine, DO, FAAPMR, RMSK

Owner

Leah , Admin & Marketing

Administration

Collaborative Team Approach

At SportsLab, our physical therapists, strength coaches, and recovery specialists share knowledge, cross-reference data, and co-develop your care plan. This multi-disciplinary approach creates a seamless transition from rehabilitation directly into high-level athletic performance training.

Our Services

Why Patients Choose SportsLab

Premier All-in-One Facility:

We house advanced rehabilitation equipment, performance turf, and modern recovery modalities under a single roof.

Data-Driven Methodology:

We track your joint angles, force production, and cardiovascular milestones so you can watch your trajectory climb based on hard data—not just vibes.

True 1-on-1 Attention:

Your time is valuable. Our model emphasizes dedicated, individual time with highly credentialed specialists who focus on you, and only you, during your session.

Tour Our Facility

Address: 710 NE Holladay St. Suite 150 Portland, OR 97232

Building Info: Conveniently located in NE Portland, our state-of-the-art facility combines a welcoming clinical environment with a professional-level training space.

Car Parking: We have a free street-level parking lot at the Northeast corner of Oregon and 7th ave. Park in the middle stalls with white signs that say “SportsLab”.

Book Your Appointment

Whether you are navigating an acute injury, hitting a training plateau, or simply looking to move without stiffness tomorrow morning, the SportsLab team is here to pave the way forward.

Let’s map out your plan, measure your progress, and build a stronger version of you.

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Matt Walsh

Physical Therapist

Matt is in network with select plans of Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Moda, and First Choice. January 1st, 2027, Matt will be completely out of network with insurance, only available for self-pay physical therapy.

Matt Walsh is an Australian-trained physiotherapist with 37 years of clinical experience in sports and orthopedic PT.

Jake Stout

Physical Therapist

Jake is In Network with most Blue Cross Blue Shield plans,  Moda, Aetna, Cigna, First Choice, and Medicare.

Taylor Eckel

Physical Therapist

Taylor is in network with most of the following plans: 

Aetna
Regence/BCBS
First Choice
MODA (Connexus, Synergy and Affinity groups)
Medicare

Evan Price

Physical Therapy

Evan is in network with most Blue Cross Blue Shield, Moda, Aetna, Cigna, and Medicare.

Evan’s home is Vancouver WA, having moved here from southern Ohio in 2017. After attending Ohio Northern University to receive his Bachelors in Exercise Physiology he continued his DPT education at the University of Dayton.

Zach Shaver

Physical Therapist

Zach is In Network with most Blue Cross Blue Shield plans, Moda, Aetna, Cigna and Medicare.

Zach is passionate about helping active individuals—from weekend warriors to professional athletes—get back to doing what they love, stronger and more resilient than before.
His approach goes beyond treating pain. Zach takes time to understand each person’s goals, story, and performance demands, then builds a plan grounded in evidence-based practice and real-world application. Whether it’s returning to competition after injury, rebuilding strength after surgery, or unlocking new levels of performance, he helps people bridge the gap between rehab and full return to sport.
Zach completed his Sports Physical Therapy Residency with Providence, where he worked closely with collegiate and professional athletes—including members of the Portland Thorns—and served as a teaching assistant in Pacific University’s orthopedic lab. He has presented at conferences on topics such as hip rehabilitation and athlete return-to-play strategies and has a special interest in post-operative rehabilitation, particularly ACL recovery, as well as working with rock climbers.
At his core, Zach is driven by curiosity and collaboration—combining science, technology, and individualized care to help people move better, perform better, and feel their best.

Josh Harper

Director of Sports Performance

Josh comes to Portland from Eugene, Oregon, where he has been working as a strength and conditioning coach with University of Oregon Football team. He has a Master’s Degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science and also attended the University of Oregon, where he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Physiology.

Gigi Payne

Strength & Conditioning Coach

Gigi grew up in the Bay Area with a passion for sport and the outdoors. In her 15 years of coaching she has worked with a variety of athletes, both professional and recreational, across a wide range of disciplines. She utilizes a fun and functional approach to help individuals build strength and resilience in an upbeat environment. Her favorite activities include strength training, rock climbing, camping, hiking, biking, snowboarding, reading, and cooking.

Click the link above to schedule a 45 minute in-person consult with Gigi at SportsLab, or email her at coachgpayne@gmail.com to inquire about private training!

Kate Aas

Strength Coach 

Kate grew up here in Portland, Oregon. She has always had a passion for sports, where she grew up playing lacrosse, basketball, and soccer. Kate studied human physiology at the University of Oregon and took part in a sports performance internship where she worked mainly with Oregon football.

Brett Lopes

Strength Coach

Brett grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he played youth soccer for the San Jose Earthquakes MLS Academy and Ballistic United Academy before going on to play Division I soccer at Gonzaga University. There he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology before completing his NSCA-CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) certification, and is now pursuing his Master’s Degree in Sports Science and Analytics at Linfield University, where he works with their collegiate sports teams in the weight room and lab.

Jim Anderson

Massage Therapist

Jim is now IN NETWORK with Blue Cross Blue Shield plans. If you are interested in seeing if you have massage benefits, please call BCBS to confirm. 

My journey to the field of massage started with sports and recovering from competitions, events and training. I have been fascinated with expediting recovery from all types of sports and outdoor activities through massage treatments.

Mikhael Raymond

Massage Therapist

Originally from the New York/New Jersey area, Mikhael “Mik” Raymond has been part of Portland’s athletic and performance community since 2021. He is a Licensed Massage Therapist who practices as a soft tissue therapist, specializing in supporting athletes, performers, and active individuals in improving movement quality, recovery, and performance.

Lisa Mae Osborn

Acupuncturist

I’m Lisa Mae, I use she/her pronouns and identify as a queer, white-reading, able-bodied, middle class, education-privileged, menopausal, cisgender woman living with chronic pain and autoimmune illness.

Amy Lennon

Chiropractor

Amy is in network with Moda, Pacific Source, and Regence. She also accepts Workers Compensation and Personal Injury (Motor Vehicle Accident) cases. Please call Hawthorne Chiropractic with any insurance questions: 503-231-9879. 

Leo, General Manager

Leo Donlea is a Portland Pilot alum, graduating with a BS in Biology in 2021 and an MBA in 2023. With a passion for sustainable excellence, Leo has a keen interest in what takes an individual, team, or organization to the next level.

Henry, Finance and Operations

Henry Mong is a middle-distance runner and coach. His love for the sport started at Franklin High School where he won multiple state titles. Henry attended Boise State on a full Track and Field scholarship where he completed a BS in Psychology and a certificate in Sport Coaching and represented the school on the national stage.

Jerod, Director of Sports Medicine, DO, FAAPMR, RMSK

Jerod Cottrill is a sports medicine physician who has practiced in Portland for over 20 years, and continues to practice at Rebound Orthopedics and Neurosurgery. He did his residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago/Northwestern University followed by a fellowship in interventional spine and sports medicine at the Chicago Institute of Neurosurgery and Neuroresearch.