LORI-ANN
NC LMBT #5425

Lori-Ann – Founder & Lead Therapist, Ultimate Sports Massage Therapy
Lori-Ann is the driving force and visionary behind Ultimate Sports Massage Therapy, bringing a fresh, results-driven approach to massage, muscular rehabilitation, and athletic performance enhancement. Her unwavering dedication and innovative techniques have made her a sought-after expert in the field.
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Her expertise has earned her the honor of serving as a key member of the sports medicine medical team at multiple Olympic Games—including Athens, Beijing, Vancouver, Rio, and again in Beijing—where she delivered her specialized brand of sports massage to the world’s top athletes. For over 15 years, Lori-Ann has also been a trusted therapist for the U.S. National Bobsled and Skeleton Team, supporting them at trials in Lake Placid, NY, Park City, UT and on tour across Europe for World Cup and World Championship competitions.

Always committed to advancing her craft, Lori-Ann continuously seeks out cutting-edge techniques, training, and modalities—both for herself and her team—to provide the highest level of care to the diverse clients, athletes, and Marines who visit the USMT office in Jacksonville, NC.

She is an approved provider by the NCBTMB and a certified instructor in IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization). Her depth of skill, extensive knowledge, and genuine passion for her work shine through every session, reflecting her deep commitment to helping clients achieve peak performance and recovery.

Outside of the clinic, Lori-Ann’s energy is just as unstoppable—you might find her cycling, running, jotting down creative ideas, or simply daydreaming about her beloved “Super Heroes.” And if you’re brave enough to book her signature   “bone-crushing” sports massage, you’ll quickly discover why she’s in such      high demand.

Hutch
Office Manager

Michael “Hutch” Hutchinson hails from a small town in Illinois. In 1996, at the age of 18, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and completed recruit training in San Diego, California. Serving as an infantry Marine, he deployed six times over the course of his career—two of those deployments being combat tours to Iraq and Afghanistan. He also participated in humanitarian operations, including relief efforts in Haiti following the devastating earthquake. Before retiring, Hutch served as the Operations Chief for Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marines, based in Pico Rivera, California. After 20 years of honorable service, he retired from the Marine Corps in July 2016.

Following his military career, Hutch pursued higher education, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Campbell University in December 2019. His dedication to professional growth led him to achieve multiple fitness and coaching credentials, beginning with his Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) in December 2023. He further expanded his expertise by earning the Certified Nutrition Coach credential from NASM in May 2024.

Hutch also holds advanced certifications as a Sports Performance Coach through Overtime Athletes, as well as NASM’s Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) and Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) credentials. Additionally, he is certified as a Youth Sports Coach and Safe Sports Certification. With a strong academic foundation, extensive leadership experience, and a deep passion for helping others excel, Hutch is dedicated to empowering athletes and individuals to reach their highest potential.

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Massage Therapist's

​Cassidy

Cassidy 
NC LMBT # 21713

Cassidy has been a dedicated and continually evolving massage therapist since 2023, driven by a deep passion for understanding the human body and helping others feel and function at their best. Her journey into massage therapy began with a personal mission—to support her husband in his recovery from a neck injury sustained during his military service.

Since joining our team, Cassidy has become an invaluable contributor, lending her expertise to high-profile events such as the 2024 Marine Corps Marathon and strength competitions including Strongest Woman on the Coast 2025. She has continually expanded her skills, earning certification in IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization) and completing advanced training in Reflexology and anatomical study through Experienced Anatomy’s Cadaver Workshop.

Outside of her professional work, Cassidy’s energy and commitment to excellence extend to her personal life. She coaches softball, trains for marathons, and enjoys combing the beach for shark teeth. A proud U.S. Navy Veteran, she brings the same discipline, dedication, and passion for service to her massage therapy practice as she did to her military career.

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