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CATS Academy Boston · Braintree, MA
CATS BasketballBuilt for More
Elite Basketball • World-Class Education • Global Opportunity
CATS Basketball — NEPSAC varsity competition and national showcases.
Why CATS · Why Boston
A Basketball Program Inside a Serious College-Prep School
CATS Academy Boston is an international co-ed boarding and day school in Braintree, Massachusetts — minutes from downtown Boston. Our student-athletes train at a national level while carrying a full American college-prep course load, supported by faculty, dorm staff and college counselors who know them by name.
Elite Academics
Elite Basketball
Boarding Experience
International Community
College Counseling
Leadership Development
50+
colleges and universities across Greater Boston
4
major professional sports franchises in one city
20 min
from our Braintree campus to downtown Boston
College Pathway
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 at CATS.
- 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.
- 2
Freshman
Baseline skill and athletic testing, an academic plan built with your counselor, and an introduction to film and weight-room fundamentals.
- 3
Sophomore
Position-specific skill benchmarks, first NCAA eligibility review, PSAT sitting and course-rigor planning.
- 4
Junior
Highlight film built and distributed, college list drafted, SAT/ACT testing, and exposure at national live-period events.
- 5
Senior
Weekly coach communication managed with staff, applications and aid submitted, official and unofficial visits scheduled.
- 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.
- 7
College
Signing support, academic and strength transition planning, and an alumni network that stays in contact.
Basketball Philosophy
We Don't Just Develop Players. We Develop People.
Six standards define how we practice, travel, study and represent the program.
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, not to a mood.
Service
Give back to the campus and to the city.
Leadership
Lead teammates from every seat on the bench.
Development & Performance
Everything That Makes a Player, Under One Roof
Skill Development
Position-specific daily work with measurable benchmarks.
Strength & Conditioning
Year-round periodized programming for growing athletes.
Nutrition
Full-service cafeteria with food from around the world, built around the boarding dining schedule.
Recovery
Sleep, mobility and load management inside the school day.
Film Study
Individual and team breakdown sessions every week.
Mental Performance
Routines for focus, pressure and competitive resilience.
Leadership & Communication
On-court voice, off-court presence, interview readiness.
Fueling Our Athletes
A full-service cafeteria with food from around the world — hot lines, a grill, fresh produce and international options every day, so student-athletes from every country eat well and fuel properly.
How We Play
See the Style of Play
Live game footage from CATS Basketball — 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.
- Defense First
- Multiple-effort possessions, ball pressure, and disciplined help rotations — the standard that travels to NEPSAC and national showcases.
Girls Basketball
Join the Founding Era of CATS Girls Basketball
This is a program being built from the first roster forward — and the players who arrive now set its standard. Varsity competition in the prestigious NEPSAC league, plus national showcase events through the winter season.
- Varsity competition in the prestigious NEPSAC league.
- National showcase events in addition to the league schedule.
- Full winter season schedule with league and non-league opponents.
- The same strength, film, nutrition and recovery resources as the boys program.
- College counseling and recruiting support built into the school week.
2026–27 Showcase Schedule
She Got Game D.C.
December 11–13, 2026
The St. James — Springfield, Virginia
She Got Game Philly
January 8–10, 2027
The Alan Horwitz "Sixth Man" Center — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Mecca
Late January 2027
Gauchos Gym — Bronx, New York
Insider Exposure Independent Schools National Championship
February 2027
Mooresville, North Carolina
Boys Basketball
Compete With The Best
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.
Game highlights, workouts and roster news post daily on the boys program Instagram.
School Leadership
Dr. Michael Lehan — Head of School
Dr. Lehan joined CATS Academy Boston in 2025, bringing a leadership style rooted in teamwork, resilience and shared purpose.
He began his career in Minnesota's Osseo Area Schools, advancing from Dean of Students to Principal of Osseo Senior High, where he led the school to national recognition and was named Principal of the Year. As Assistant Superintendent, he oversaw key district functions, enhancing its overall impact. He later served as Senior Vice President and Head of School at IMG Academy, driving initiatives focused on student opportunity and real-world readiness. Most recently, he managed 10 campuses across Texas and Colorado with Fusion Education Group, promoting innovation and personalized learning. A former NFL player with six seasons for the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns, Dr. Lehan holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and is dedicated to fostering growth, innovation and student success.
- Former Principal of Osseo Senior High and Minnesota Principal of the Year.
- Former Assistant Superintendent, Osseo Area Schools.
- Former Senior Vice President and Head of School at IMG Academy.
- Led 10 campuses across Texas and Colorado with Fusion Education Group.
- Six-season NFL player — Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns.
- Doctorate in Educational Leadership.
Coaching Staff
Miguel Bocachica — Boys Head Coach
Head Coach of the EYBL Scholastic program. An accomplished coach with experience across high school, grassroots, and professional basketball.
A Philadelphia native and former collegiate and professional player, Bocachica 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. He 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.
- Two-time PIAA State Champion head coach at West Catholic Prep (2023, 2025).
- Helped lead Imhotep Charter to three Public League and three PIAA State Championships as an assistant.
- 100% graduation and college-placement rate for his student-athletes.
- Three-time Coach of the Year honoree.
- EYBL circuit experience with Team Final; led the City Reapers at Overtime Elite.
- NBA-level experience through Klutch Sports.
Coaching Staff
Isiah Anderson Jr. — Girls Head Coach
Senior Director of Athletics, Basketball Operations & Auxiliary Programs and Head Women's Basketball Coach at CATS Academy Boston.
Anderson leads strategic direction for the Academy's athletic department and the national expansion of the CATS Women's Basketball program — overseeing basketball development, international recruiting, and auxiliary programming. A veteran program builder with more than two decades of experience in prep, high school, AAU, and international basketball, he previously served as Athletic Director at Busche Academy, leading an international department representing eighteen countries. He co-founded the International Sports Academy at Hoosac School and founded REPS Basketball, one of New England's most respected independent programs. Most recently, he guided Prospect Mountain High School to the winningest season in program history and a Final Four appearance.
- Former Athletic Director — Busche Academy.
- Founder & Executive Director — REPS Basketball.
- Co-Founder — International Sports Academy at Hoosac School.
- Student-athletes placed at NCAA Division I, Division II, Ivy League, and professional programs.
- Former Prep School National Champion.
- Former U.S. Army Armor Officer.
"We're not simply preparing athletes for the next game — we're preparing young women for the next stage of their lives."Connect With Our Coaching Staff
Captains' Corner
Leadership Development for Team Captains
Great teams are built by great coaches. Championship cultures are sustained by great leaders.
Captains' Corner is CATS Academy Boston's leadership development initiative, preparing student-athletes to lead with character, courage and consistency — on and off the court. It reflects a priority the Head of School holds close: developing young people not just for competition, but for lives of purpose and meaningful leadership. The program develops captains who influence culture rather than simply wear the title.
Character
Lead with integrity when no one is keeping score.
Courage
Say the hard thing to a teammate and to yourself.
Consistency
Show up the same way in September and in March.
Service
Build environments where every teammate can thrive.
SALT Model
Built on the nationally recognized Student Athlete Leadership Team framework — captains meet regularly, own team standards, and represent their teammates in program decisions.
The Trenches
Elements of The Trenches leadership framework translate leadership language into daily reps: trust-building, accountability conversations, and leading through adversity.
Mentoring & Application
Coaches, faculty and the Head of School mentor captains directly, then hand them real responsibility — practice leadership, team meetings, service and campus representation.
The goal: leaders who elevate everyone around them — at CATS and beyond.Ask About Captains' Corner
Camps & Training
Development Is A Year-Round Commitment
Our academies and training programs help athletes build skill, basketball IQ, confidence and physical preparation — with programming open to both CATS students and outside athletes.
CATS Basketball Academies
Run during major school breaks and the summer.
- Thanksgiving Elite Basketball Academy
- Winter Break Basketball Academy
- Spring Break Basketball Academy
- Summer Basketball Academy
Training & Showcases
- Small group training in position-specific skill development and competitive settings.
- Private one-on-one coaching with individualized development plans.
- Local, regional, and national showcase circuit opportunities year round.
- Open to CATS students and outside athletes.
- Led by the CATS coaching staff, with guest instructors when appropriate.
Develop your game. Compete with purpose. Prepare for what comes next.
Academics
The Education Comes First — Because It Has To
Small classes and individual attention mean a coach and a teacher can spot the same problem in the same week. Basketball at CATS is built around the academic day, not on top of it.
Small Classes
Individual attention and teachers who track each athlete's progress.
SAT / ACT Prep
Structured test preparation timed to the recruiting calendar.
Supervised Study Hall
Daily study hall with faculty and dorm staff on hand.
Academic Mentoring
Ongoing check-ins so grades never surprise a family.
Ivy Plus Program
CATS' signature track for students targeting highly selective universities.
College Counseling Prep
Dedicated counseling programming from the first year on campus.
International Community
One Campus. One Brotherhood. One Sisterhood. Many Nations.
Students arrive at CATS from across the world and share a dorm hallway, a classroom and a locker room. That mix is the point — and it's what colleges notice.
Map · 20 student-origin countries
North America
Latin America
Europe
West Africa
East Asia
South Asia
Middle East
Oceania
Facilities & Boarding Life
Where Our Athletes Train, Study and Live
Residential students live in supervised dorms with faculty and residential staff on duty, structured evening study hours and weekend programming.
Single Rooms
A private room with its own bathroom and shower — space to rest, study and recover on your own schedule.
Double Rooms
A shared room with its own bathroom and shower — the classic boarding experience with a built-in teammate.
Every dorm room — single or double — has its own private bathroom and shower.
Parent FAQ
The Questions Families Ask First
Admissions Process
Six Steps From First Contact to Enrollment
- Step 1
Inquiry
- Step 2
Application
- Step 3
Interview
- Step 4
Visit
- Step 5
Acceptance
- Step 6
Enrollment
Scholarship and financial aid consideration is available for qualified student-athletes. Awards vary by year and applicant, so speak with admissions directly rather than assuming a figure.
Contact AdmissionsCATS Basketball
Built for More
Come see the gym, the classrooms and the dorms in person — then decide.
- Campus
- CATS Academy Boston · Braintree, Massachusetts
- Admissions
- Inquiry form below, or the CATS Academy Boston admissions office at catsacademyboston.com
Coming Soon
Player testimonials, alumni outcomes and coaching staff bios will be published here once confirmed by the program.