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Matt Meyersohn
Executive Director, Cambridge Basketball Lab and Impact Consultant
Matt Meyersohn is the founder and executive director of Cambridge Basketball Lab, a non-profit organization he launched in the summer of 2023.14 The Cambridge Basketball Lab's mission is to provide a safe and accessible co-ed developmental space for local students to learn valuable life lessons while enhancing their basketball skills.1
Some key points about Matt Meyersohn:
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He is an assistant coach for the Cambridge Rindge and Latin varsity boys basketball team.2
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Prior to founding Cambridge Basketball Lab, he worked as the Director of Player Development for the Boston Celtics.3
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Meyersohn has a background in social justice and sports, describing himself as a "social justice driver, sports lover & shameless idealist".5
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He currently serves as a Senior Director of External Affairs at MENTOR.5
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Under his leadership, the Cambridge Basketball Lab engaged 162 youth in over 3,200 hours of free sessions during its initial months.1
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The program he developed focuses not only on basketball skills but also on personal growth, teamwork, and character development.1
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Meyersohn's vision includes using technology and an analytical approach to help youth track their progress and set goals.1
Matt Meyersohn's initiative aims to address inequality in Cambridge by providing free, accessible evening activities for underserved youth, combining basketball training with mentorship and life skills development.12