Jerrad O’Malley

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Originally from Nebraska, Jerrad O’Malley earned his BS in Health and Human Performance from Doane University before completing his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree at the University of Kansas Medical Center. As a former collegiate baseball player who dealt with multiple throwing injuries, Jerrad developed a deep understanding of the demands placed on overhead athletes. This personal experience, combined with his professional expertise, has fueled his passion for biomechanics, injury prevention, and optimizing athletic performance.

Jerrad has extensive experience in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, working with athletes across various levels. As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and experienced CrossFit coach, he integrates strength training principles into rehabilitation to ensure a seamless transition from injury recovery to peak performance. His skill set includes movement assessment, dry needling, injury prevention strategies, and individualized return-to-play programming.

Before relocating to Florida, Jerrad collaborated with multiple club and collegiate baseball and softball programs, working alongside pitching coaches, hitting coaches, and strength coaches to provide comprehensive care for athletes.

Outside of his professional work, Jerrad enjoys golfing, strength training, running, and spending time outdoors.

Free Access to Eric’s 47-Minute UNE Lecture

Hip-Shoulder Separation in Rotational Athletes: Making Sense of the Thoracic Spine.

Welcome to Cressey Sports Performance

Over the years, Eric Cressey’s given this lecture to more than 10,000 coaches, players, sports medicine professionals and enthusiasts and it’s been a huge hit. In the video, you will observe a lot of our CSP athletes training and learn:

  • Why different athletes need different approaches to power development?

  • Why it’s essential that you learn to train outside the sagittal plane?
  • Which medicine ball and plyometric variations I use with baseball players?
  • Why not all throwers have identical deceleration patterns or training needs?

  • How your arm care programs can be improved to reduce the risk of injury and improve throwing velocity?