Pros: -Leagues on every night and at every level of competition, so you can always find something that works for you. Can join as a team or an individual. -Combines all the best aspects of real basketball, fantasy basketball, etc. On their website they keep track of stats for every game (points, rebounds, steals, blocks, FTs, player rater) and do a write-up for every single game. Very cool. You really need to check out the website to see the standings, schedule, stats, message board, etc. They even do end of the season awards and all-star games. -The same teams come back season to season. This is lots of fun because you can begin to look at historical stats, form rivalries, get to know your opponents, etc. Of course all of this is only furthered by the great staff doing writeups fueling the fire of rivalries. Cons: -With all the money they bring in from all the leagues you'd think they could fix a couple broken lightbulbs on the scoreboard. -The court at CAC itself is smaller and the leagues there are 4v4, which might not be everyone's thing, but they offer plenty of 5v5 leagues now as well. -Leagues aren't cheap, but I guess no more expensive than other leagues in area. When you consider that you get 10 games plus playoffs plus the stats website and game writeups, ends up being worth it. If they raise prices any higher I think they'll definitely scare off the multiple league people. Overall, the cons are minor and the pros are huge. Would definitely recommend. read more

I used to be like you. Fat, ugly, pee sitting down, pimples on my ass plus a myriad of hair on my balls. Then I met the CAC. I lost weight, pee with the upmost posture, and lets just say my man region is similar to a Guatemalan's garden. Screw FriendFinder and Match.com, if you're looking for some great exercise along with some tail roaming around the gym, this is your niche. There's no way you go unnoticed at this place. Be the guy to wear jorts on a League Night Out, who cares, you trimmed that stickbeard. Beyond that, the level of talent ranges from rockstars who slam it down like jenna jameson at an orgy to old timers who've perfected grandma's patented baby hook off the glass. So sweet, marinating in those varicose veins for almost a century. I don't know how else to describe this place other than it's equivalent to cheating on your significant other in a dream and finishing. And the stats? Holy cow, if you suck, just bring a pencil and chart down a couple more assists, steals and blocks while the statkeeper for the next game isn't looking. No better pickup line than, 'Yea, I lead the league in player rater, but I'm also in the top 5 in assists, so I like to give more than I take.' Of course she'll have no idea what you're talking about, but who cares, she probably doesn't belong to the CAC. She probably eats cotton for breakfast. All in all, if you're looking to ball, grab ahold of the CAC. read more

If you are looking for basketball in the Boston area this place really is as good as it gets. I have played in numerous leagues and this is far and away the most organized, competitvely balanced, and convenient league around. It is cheaper than Basketball City which pales in comparison to the CAC, at basketball city youll be lucky if the refs are paying attention and if the scorekeepers aren't texting their GFs and missing basket after basket. At the CAC EVERY Stat (pts, reb, assists, blocks, steals) is kept for the game and you are given write-ups (one page articles usually). Each league also gets previews and spreads for each game.... the list goes on. Awards are given out at the end of the season for league MVP, Defensive player of the year, etc... Not to mention it is filled with guys that you'll battle it out with on the court and then go get beers with after the game. No reason to look elsewhere for Bball in Boston. read more

CAC has multiple leagues for different skill levels and formats (5v5, 4v4, Co-ed, Mens, etc) with your standard refs (Come on Terry!) and courts all over Cambridge / Charlestown / Somerville. What it has that most other leagues do not are: - Complete Stats online for the season and historical, you can go back and look at your stats in any league for any season at any point - Write Ups for every game, commentary on the game from the scorekeeper - Active forums where people pretty much talk trash all day - Lines / Previews / Award write ups - All Star Games for most leagues, some even have 3pt shooting competitions and other activities at the end of the season Costs $150+ / league. Totally worth it. Also: brand new 4v4 court as of...3 days ago? Only bad things I can say are standard for every other Boston league - courts vary in quality, refs vary in quality, etc. Shout out to Tibbs for running a great outfit. read more

I guess I'll just echo everyone else's comments. This league is one of the best recreational leagues, in any sport, available in the Boston Area. It matches or exceeds other basketball leagues in almost every facet. They have multiple and accurate competitive levels (Not much sandbagging). Full stats online, including league leaders and CAREER stats now for every league you play in. Writeups and an interactive website with forums and blogs. And the ref fees are included in the price, so you don't have to worry about handing sweaty cash to the official after the game. It isn't perfect, and because they deliver so much it is easy to get hung up on trivial annoyances like stats being updated late or referee's looking like Rosanne Barr, but you won't find the same attributes in another basketball league for the price. read more

Really, do you know of any other league that maintains stats and produces write-ups of EVERY game? Do you know of a league that maintains a forum where everyone just trash talks each other (out of jest of course)? Is there a league in this city that puts up lines/previews of the games the night before? Chances are you don't. These reasons are more than enough for 5 stars. Every game is reffed (quality is debatable, but still!), and competitive. It's well-maintained, organized, and generally just a lot of fun. I've been playing for the past year in multiple leagues and I still get joy in seeing my name in a write-up or when I see my James Posey-esque stat line of 7 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals (ok, I could be exaggerating.......). read more

I've played in every bball league in Beantown, and CAC is the cream of the crop. Don't waste your time at BBC or BSSC, the only acronym your need to remember is CAC. Whether you are a college player, or old high school hero with a wobbly set of wheels you will quickly find a home here. There are all levels of play and before you know what hit you the Wall Ball Arena will be the only place you'll want to play with your balls. League pre-season predictions, stats and writeups every game, friendly banter on the msg boards, mid-season 3-on-3 tournaments and league night out are highlights. Refs could pretend they care a bit more. Join a league today! read more

I have been a member for 2 seasons now and have played in 3 leagues so far and I must say it's clearly the best league around and with games pretty much every night and also extra activities added to the schedules it is well worth it , play at your skill level or push yourself and enter a higher level, bring you team and run 5v5 or 4v4 if you can run as much as i do(ha ha) then after you games view your stats or lack of and talk mess during the work day to other players, great for those lazy days at work. this league is official and keeps growing be a part of the best and get some exercise in while your at it.. hope to see ya around CUBA.. read more

I've played in several corporate and recreational basketball leagues in the Boston area, but the CAC is definitely the best of the bunch. Not one has come close to the interaction that is available with the CAC. Post game write ups, comprehensive stats, varying levels of competition, from 5v5 to 4v4 in the wall ball arena, season awards, etc. There is a message board to talk trash. If you are looking for a complete basketball experience it doesn't get better than the CAC, whether you played D1 or are just a beginner. Hands down this is the best basketball league in Boston and I've definitely played in my share. read more

EXCELLENT basketball league. i have'nt played in any others in Boston so I have nothing to compare it to, but they keep track of stats, do post game summaries, AND pregame lines! perfect way to distract me from work on week days along with heckling other players on the forum prior to games. it's really a great group of guys that play here, and CAC prides themself on keeping it that way. the cool guy to d-bag ratio is very high. i've been playing here for a while and have only encountered a few guys who fall in the latter category. it brings me back to my high school days when i was actually athletic. read more

I stumbled upon the CAC website one night while I was killing time at work before closing. I've played in other summer & winter leagues around Boston and have now finished 4 tours at CAC. The statistics logs and game summaries are more for fun. I play because it's organized, there's very little arguing, and the seasons are long. The competition is solid and there's no one trying to be a hero. One of the leagues reshuffles the players every season with a draft. Or you can enter your own team in the 5-5 leagues. There's something there for everyone. It's a good value. read more

I have played in a number of basketball leagues in the Boston area and C.A.C. Basketball is the best. The competition is great, and the stats/write-ups every week are amazing. There are multiple levels of play to accomodate everyone, but the overall talent is great. Even the B Leagues have plenty of guys who played in college. The ref's and scorekeepers have been top notch as well. I couldn't be happier with the league and would recomend C.A.C. Basketball to anyone (regardless of skill level). read more

Place is legit.....if you think you have skills, or know that you don't and are just looking for a place to play, CAC has something for everyone. I've been playing for 3 years now and i still keep coming back for more punishment. Friendly staff, lots of activities and questionable refs(where are you Wolverine?)........all makes for a good place to spend your Tuesday nights. read more

This league is nothin but money hungry. They cut our season games and didn't even tell us! and still charged over $1100! And all they gyms are ruff. man i sprained my ankle cuz I landed on THE WALL! They hoop is right at the wall, seriously, it's in the picture. That dude tibbs is a ripoff read more

Great league.. The stats, write-ups, message board banter, personalities, multiple competition levels, and general sense of community make this the best b-ball league in this or any other city. read more