The CATS Boston boys’ Basketball Academy is an elite premier prep school program that attracts top student-athletes from all over the world. The program concentrates on player development, preparation, and an emphasis on shaping high-performance student-athletes. The program develops student-athletes with top tier coaching in fundamental skill and helps student-athletes grow in self-confidence and self-esteem. This prepares them to excel in their careers at the collegiate level.
The Basketball Academy presents a balance of challenging academics and on-court expert instruction. Each student-athlete is surrounded by a support team inclusive of experienced coaches, academic teachers, knowledgeable college placement advisors, and more.
Ages:
13+
Grades:
8 – Post-Graduate
Start Dates:
September
Entry Requirements:
Prospective students must submit school transcripts.
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.
Benefits:
This is an elite program that attracts top student-athletes from all over the globe. Student-athletes experience an atmosphere that closely mirrors the intensity and schedule of a collegiate program. The CATS Boston Basketball Academy’s overall structure both supports and challenges individuals while providing them with a platform to achieve their goals on and off the court.
The Prep team plays competitively within the NEPSAC Class A 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.
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.
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.
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.
CATS Academy Boston, Inc. is ultimately a wholly owned subsidiary of Bright Scholar (UK) Holdings Ltd, trading as CATS Global Schools. UK company number: 11493248. Registered address: Suites 6-7 The Turvill Building, Old Swiss, 149 Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge CB1 7BX, UK
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