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An Elite Basketball Program Inside a Serious College-Prep School

The CATS Academy Boston Boys’ Basketball Program is an elite prep school program designed for ambitious student-athletes who aspire to compete for top collegiate basketball programs and pursue opportunities beyond the college level.

Attracting talented players from across the globe, the program provides a proven pathway for athletes to develop their skills, achieve academic success, and prepare for collegiate basketball.
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Student-athletes benefit from a high-performance training environment focused on advanced player development, competitive preparation, and personal growth. While training and competing at a national level, students complete a rigorous American college preparatory curriculum, supported by dedicated faculty, residential staff, and experienced college counseling professionals

Grades:

8 – Post-Graduate

Entry Requirements:

Complete our online Application Form.

Basketball specific scouting will take place which could include reviewing video footage of student playing or watching the prospective student-athlete play to assess playing level.

Through the Basketball Program you will:

  • Reach your full potential both as an athlete, a student and as a person
  • Develop the necessary skills to be successful in college and beyond
  • Refine your individual skill development
  • Broaden your knowledge of the game
  • Be prepared both physically and mentally
  • Receive dedicated college counseling and recruitment support
  • Complete your High School Diploma
COMPETE AGAINST THE BEST

Why CATS Academy Boston?

At CATS Academy Boston, student-athletes receive the best of both worlds: challenging academics and elite basketball training. Every player is supported by a comprehensive network of coaches, teachers, college advisors, and residential staff, ensuring they are prepared for success in the classroom, on the court, and throughout the college recruitment process.

  • Scholarships_blue Exceptional Academics
  • CAB_ Basketball Elite Basketball
  • CAB_ Boarding Boarding Experience
  • facilities_blue Outstanding Facilities
  • World languages_blue International Community
  • Graduation cap_blue Personalized College Counseling
  • University visits_blue Leadership Development
COLLEGE PATHWAY

Recruitment: From 8th Grade Through a Postgraduate Year

Recruiting doesn’t start senior year. It starts in 8th grade with a club-level experience and can run through a full postgraduate season. Here’s what each stage looks like 大象影院.

  • 1

    8th Grade

    A club-style basketball experience — early skill development, exposure to the CATS standard, and a first look at what prep-level training and academics demand.
  • 4

    Junior

    Highlight film built and distributed, college list drafted, SAT/ACT testing, and exposure at national live-period events.
  • 7

    College

    Signing support, academic and strength transition planning, and an alumni network that stays in contact.
  • 2

    Freshman

    Baseline skill and athletic testing, an academic plan built with your counselor, and an introduction to film and weight-room fundamentals.
  • 5

    Senior

    Weekly coach communication managed with staff, applications and aid submitted, official and unofficial visits scheduled.
  • 3

    Sophomore

    Position-specific skill benchmarks, first NCAA eligibility review, PSAT sitting and course-rigor planning.
  • 6

    Postgraduate

    A full PG year to add physical maturity, sharpen academics, and re-open recruiting for players who need one more season to land the right fit.
COMPETE AGAINST THE BEST

Who We Play

An elite premier prep program that attracts top student-athletes from around the world. Our team competes in the prestigious NEPSAC league and travels to national showcase events throughout the season.

  • NEPSAC competition against the strongest academic and basketball programs in New England.
  • National showcase events on top of the league schedule for added exposure.
  • An Individual Development Plan for every student-athlete.
  • Strength and conditioning built around fitness, endurance, core, flexibility and speed.
  • Full-time coaching staff who act as mentors, not just coaches.
WE DON'T JUST DEVELOP PLAYERS. WE DEVELOP PEOPLE.

CATS Basketball Philosophy

Six standards define how we practice, travel, study, and represent the school and ourselves.

Character

Who you are when the gym is empty.

Discipline

Habits that hold up under fatigue and pressure.

Accountability

Own the possession, the grade, the room.

Competitive Excellence

Compete to a standard.

Service

Give back to the campus and to the city.

Leadership

Lead teammates from every seat on the bench.

EVERYTHING THAT MAKES A PLAYER, UNDER ONE ROOF

Development & Performance

  • CAB Basketball IQ

    Basketball IQ

    Concept-based practice, scouting and decision training.
  • CAB Nurtition Food

    Nutrition

    Full-service cafeteria with food from around the world, built around the boarding dining schedule.
  • CAB Mental Performance

    Mental Performance

    Routines for focus, pressure and competitive resilience.
  • CAB Basketball Skills

    Skill Development

    Position-specific daily work with measurable benchmarks.
  • CAB Basketball Recovery

    Recovery

    Sleep, mobility and load management inside the school day.
  • CAB Leadership Skills

    Leadership & Communication

    On-court voice, off-court presence, interview readiness.
  • CAB Strength and Conditioning

    Strength & Conditioning

    Year-round periodized programming for growing athletes.
  • CAB Basketball Film Study

    Film Study

    Individual and team breakdown sessions every week.
ACCEPTANCES & PROGRESSIONS

Where CATS Graduates Go

Since 2014, more than 1,200 seniors have graduated from CATS Academy Boston. College counseling starts in Grade 9, and students visit 150+ universities and colleges each year.

The program’s strong track record has helped graduates earn opportunities with highly competitive collegiate basketball teams, including Division I and Division II programs. Through a combination of elite coaching, academic preparation, and personalized college guidance, student-athletes continue their athletic and academic journeys at the collegiate level while preparing for success both on and off the court.

2,400+

University and college acceptances
since 2020

83

of the Top 100 National Universities have accepted our students

Ivy League

Brown, Cornell and University of Pennsylvania among student destinations

HOW WE PLAY

See the Style of Play

Live game footage from CATS Basketball showcasing the tempo, spacing, and competitive standard our student-athletes compete with every night.

Pace & Space

We push tempo off every rebound and play through spacing, early offense, drive-and-kick reads, and shooters ready in the corners.

Positionless Basketball

Guards rebound, bigs handle and shoot. Every player is trained to make decisions with the ball in their hands.

Defence First

Multiple-effort possessions, ball pressure, and disciplined help rotations, the standard that travels to NEPSAC and national showcases.

Benefits of Joining the Basketball Program

At CATS Academy Boston, student-athletes receive the best of both worlds: challenging academics and elite basketball training. Every player is supported by a comprehensive network of coaches, teachers, college advisors, and residential staff, ensuring they are prepared for success in the classroom, on the court, and throughout the college recruitment process.

The program’s strong track record has helped graduates earn opportunities with highly competitive collegiate basketball teams, including Division I and Division II programs. Through a combination of elite coaching, academic preparation, and personalized college guidance, student-athletes continue their athletic and academic journeys at the collegiate level while preparing for success both on and off the court.
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Why Choose CATS Academy Boston Basketball?

  • Elite basketball training and?NEPSAC competition against the strongest academic and basketball programs in New England
  • National showcase events on top of the league schedule for added exposure
  • Individualized player development focused on collegiate opportunities
  • Film study – individual and team breakdown sessions every week.
  • U.S. college preparatory curriculum and High School Diploma
  • Dedicated college counseling and recruitment support
  • Experienced coaching staff committed to developing the complete student-athlete
  • A global community that prepares students for collegiate success and future opportunities in basketball and beyond
  • Exceptional residential experience – live, eat, study, train, and play together

Student-athletes will receive:

  • An Individual Development Plan for every student-athlete
  • A strength and conditioning program including fitness, endurance, core strength, flexibility and speed.
  • Full time coaching staff available to serve as a coach but also a mentor and role model.
  • Nutrition support so student-athletes eat well and fuel properly
  • Film study sessions – individual and team breakdown sessions every week
  • Recovery focus prioritizing sleep, mobility and load management inside the school day

Our Teams

National Team

The National team plays competitively against a curated schedule of top rated teams across the U.S. For aspiring student-athletes, competing at this level provides them with unparalleled exposure and competition, further enhancing their development and collegiate prospects.?

Prep Team

The Prep team plays competitively within the NEPSAC Class AA division. The NEPSAC conference is widely regarded as one of the top high school basketball conferences in the United States and increasingly attracts the attention of colleges and universities across the country. Players are given opportunities to showcase their skills to college coaches and, with the help of the coaching staff, find the appropriate college destination.

Varsity Team

The Varsity team plays a full schedule vs varsity competition and competes in the Southeastern New England (SENE) conference and plays for a league championship.

In 2025-26 our Varsity Basketball Team won the NEPSAC league.

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Basketball 大象影院 Academy Boston
Basketball 大象影院 Academy Boston

Our Basketball Coach

Our expert coaching staff emphasizes skill development, basketball IQ, strength and conditioning, leadership, and character development. Beyond improving on the court, student-athletes build the confidence, discipline, and resilience needed to succeed in college basketball and in their future careers.

Miguel Bocachica

Miguel Bocachica,?Head Coach of the EYBL Scholastic program?

Miguel Bocachica is an accomplished basketball coach with experience across high school, grassroots, and professional basketball. A Philadelphia native and former collegiate and professional player, he has built a reputation for developing championship teams and student-athletes. After helping lead Imhotep Charter to three Public League and three PIAA State Championships as an assistant, he transformed West Catholic Preparatory High School into a statewide powerhouse, capturing the program’s first PIAA State Championship in 2023 and a second in 2025 while maintaining a 100% graduation and college-placement rate. A three-time Coach of the Year honoree, Bocachica has also coached on the EYBL circuit with Team Final, led the City Reapers at Overtime Elite, and gained NBA-level experience through Klutch Sports, earning recognition as one of the nation’s most respected basketball coaches and player developers.

Cary Herer

Head Prep Basketball Coach

Prior to coming to CATS Boston, Cary coached elite grassroots basketball for over 10 years, most recently with Expressions Elite (EYBL). He has guided teams to impressive records and has sent many student-athletes to play collegiately at the Division I, II and III levels. Cary graduated from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and played for Hall of Fame, and current University of Kentucky coach John Calipari. He was 10th in the Nation in assists during his senior year and led the Atlantic 10 in assists and steals.

Brandon Ball

Basketball Coach

A former collegiate and professional basketball athlete, Coach Ball brings a wealth of experience in elite player development, leadership, and basketball IQ. Brandon’s background spans various levels of competition, including DII, PBL, and ABA (NBL of Canada). With a strong focus on cultivating talent, he has successfully guided numerous student-athletes towards collegiate and professional careers. He has honed his expertise through extensive involvement in the basketball world, equipping him with the tools to nurture players’ potential to the fullest.

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