The Indiana Pacers were trailing the Utah Jazz by two points at 43–45 when Aliyah Boston stepped into the spotlight. But what followed had little to do with the score. She turned the NBA arena into a platform for something bigger than the game.

AB attended the game alongside Lexie Hull and Brianna Turner to celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day. During halftime, she was asked about being a role model for young girls.

“It’s super important,” Boston said. “We’re in a unique position where we can influence young girls to continue playing sports. And honestly, shout out to the Pacers. They host this every year. There’s no better feeling than seeing young girls happy and dreaming big.”

The Pacers organized the event, involving their players who talked about their commitment to help female athletes grow. And for Aliyah Boston, it was a deeply impactful gesture.

At 12, Boston moved to Massachusetts in search of better opportunities. She attended Worcester Academy, where her career took off. She became a three-time Massachusetts Gatorade Player of the Year and a McDonald’s All-American.

So, having walked a difficult path herself, AB frequently uses her platform to support those hoping to follow in her footsteps.

Aliyah Boston Always Uses Her Voice for a Greater Cause

The Indiana Fever star runs the Aliyah Boston Foundation, which focuses on empowering young girls through education and opportunity. Just last year, she hosted a financial literacy summit in her hometown of St. Thomas.

The event helped eighth graders learn essential money-management skills through interactive games. Beyond that, in 2024, Boston joined the WNBA Changemakers Collective. Through a partnership with Voice In Sport, she mentors young girls and encourages them to stay involved in sports while developing leadership skills on and off the court.

Moments like her message at the NBA arena make one thing clear. This wasn’t a one-time gesture. Aliyah Boston has consistently shown up in support of women and the next generation of athletes.

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Written by

Yashika Dutta

Edited by

Siddharth Shirwadkar