Key Takeaways
- ETS Performance expanded with 11 new facilities spanning six states from Michigan to Washington
- Novi, Michigan location will honor Oxford High School shooting victim Tate Meere through 42 Foundation partnership
- Company achieved 206% three-year growth, ranking #2,088 on 2025 Inc. 5000 list for second consecutive year
- ETS has produced over 2,500 collegiate athletes and 200+ professional athletes since 2010 founding
- Expansion brings total facility count to 50+ locations serving athletes ages 8-18
Youth Sports Industry Takeaway
- Multi-state expansion demonstrates growing demand for specialized youth performance training
- Memorial facility model shows intersection of community impact and business growth
- Back-to-back Inc. 5000 rankings signal sustained momentum in performance training sector
Geographic Expansion Spans Six States
ETS Performance announced the opening of 11 new training facilities across the Midwest and Pacific Northwest. The locations include two facilities each in Illinois (Waukegan, Batavia, Glenview, Glenbard), Tennessee (Cordova, Clarksville), and Iowa (Iowa City, Cedar Rapids), plus single locations in Michigan (Novi), Idaho (Coeur d’Alene), and Washington (Spokane).
Each facility will offer ETS’s training programs focused on speed, strength, agility, injury prevention, and mental performance for athletes ages 8-18. The expansion represents the largest single-phase growth in the company’s 15-year history.
“We’re not only opening new doors in communities across the country, from Michigan to the Pacific Northwest, but we’re deepening our commitment to developing young athletes and building lasting legacies,” said Jed Schmidt, CEO of ETS Performance.
Novi Facility Honors Oxford High School Shooting Victim
The Novi, Michigan location carries special significance within ETS’s expansion. The facility will be led by the brother of Tate Meere, one of the students killed in the 2021 Oxford High School shooting. The location will also serve as a hub for the 42 Foundation, continuing Meere’s legacy of leadership and community service.
This memorial approach demonstrates how youth sports businesses can integrate community impact with facility operations. The 42 Foundation partnership adds a philanthropic dimension to ETS’s standard training model.
Sustained Growth Trajectory Continues
ETS Performance ranked #2,088 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list with 206% three-year growth, marking the second consecutive year on the fastest-growing private companies list. The company previously ranked #2,109 in 2024.
Since its 2010 founding by Ryan and Heidi Englebert, ETS has produced over 2,500 collegiate athletes and more than 200 professional athletes. The company operates as the first nationwide privately owned non-franchise youth sports performance company, differentiating itself from franchise-based competitors.
ETS maintains partnerships with professional athletes including NFL wide receiver Adam Thielen. The company ranked #88 on the 2024 Midwest Inc. Regional List.
Strategic Implications for Youth Performance Training
The multi-state expansion reflects growing market demand for specialized youth athletic development beyond traditional team sports. ETS’s non-franchise model allows for standardized training systems while maintaining centralized quality control across locations.
The geographic spread from Tennessee to Idaho suggests ETS is targeting mid-sized markets rather than competing directly with established performance centers in major metropolitan areas. This approach may offer less market saturation and stronger community integration opportunities.
The memorial facility concept in Novi could serve as a template for future community-focused expansions, combining business growth with social impact initiatives.
YSBR provides this content on an “as is” basis without any warranties, express or implied. We do not assume responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, legality, reliability, or use of the information, including any images, videos, or licenses associated with this article. For any concerns, including copyright issues or complaints, please contact YSBR directly.
via: ETS Performance
About Youth Sports Business Report
Youth Sports Business Report is the leading source for youth sports industry news, insights, and analysis covering the $54 billion youth sports market. Our core mission: Make Youth Sports Better. We deliver comprehensive coverage of sports business trends, youth athletics, and emerging opportunities across the youth sports ecosystem.
Our expert team provides in-depth reporting on key youth sports industry verticals including:
- Sports sponsorship and institutional capital (Private Equity, Venture Capital)
- Youth Sports events
- NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) developments
- Youth sports coaching and sports recruitment
- Sports technology and data analytics
- Youth sports facilities and management
- Sports content creation and digital media
Whether you’re a sports industry professional, Youth sports parent, coach, or youth sports enthusiast, we deliver the sports business insights you need to stay ahead of youth athletics trends and make informed decisions in the rapidly evolving youth sports landscape.
Stay connected with the pulse of the youth sports business – where industry expertise meets actionable intelligence.
