We Are Thrill: Inside the Journey of Youth Girls Basketball & Filmmaking | Keisha Boston Gallagher

Originally recorded Dec 29th, 2025 | In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Keisha Boston Gallagher, the creator of We Are Thrill, a compelling documentary following a Baltimore girls’ basketball team through the highs, lows, and emotional realities of youth sports.Keisha shares what it truly takes to document young female athletes — from capturing vulnerable moments on and off the court to navigating the financial, emotional, and time commitments that come with youth basketball. As both a filmmaker and a sports mom, she offers a unique perspective on parental involvement, athlete development, and the importance of teaching fundamentals over hype.This episode dives deep into the real cost of youth sports, the role of coaches in shaping confidence, and why empowering young girls through basketball is about much more than winning games. We also explore how storytelling, social media, and community can elevate girls’ sports and give young athletes visibility in a crowded digital world.If you’re a parent, coach, filmmaker, or someone passionate about girls’ basketball and youth sports culture, this conversation is for you.🔑 Topics CoveredYouth girls basketball developmentThe real costs of youth sportsParenting and sports balanceCoaching fundamentals and confidenceFilmmaking in youth athleticsGirls sports empowermentBuilding community through sportsSocial media visibility for young athletes🎙️ Sound Bites“This is a big world.”“I need to film Sunday.”“This is about growth.”⏱️ Chapters Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.