About NPA
Athlete-aligned acquisition and operating platform focused on youth sports and education franchises.
Our Mission
Next Play Acquisitions exists to provide athletes with a disciplined pathway from competitive careers to multi-unit franchise ownership.
We combine athlete-aligned ownership structures with institutional discipline, sector-focused expertise, and the operational support of Dogwood Brands Company.
Our model is built for scale from day one: predictable cash flow plus long-term equity through multi-unit expansion.
Core Values
The principles that guide every decision and every partnership.
Discipline
Systems over hype. Conservative underwriting. Predictable execution.
Alignment
Operator-first structures. Long-term partnerships. Shared success.
Growth
Multi-unit by design. Scalable systems. Compounding value.
Excellence
Institutional standards. Operational rigor. Continuous improvement.