Glow Athletics was born from a vision rooted in passion, family, and community. Owner Kalie Brown’s childhood nickname, “Glow,” perfectly encapsulates her spirit. From a young age, Kalie was the life of the party — the cheerleader, the dancer, and the performer. Her love for performance and coaching was ever-present, and she carried this energy with her into adulthood. As she grew, Kalie found herself coaching recreational sideline cheerleading teams throughout Baltimore County, but she quickly noticed a gap in quality coaches and training facilities in the area. Her daughter, who proudly carries the middle name “Glow,” inherited Kalie’s passion for performance and needed a space where she could thrive and grow.

It was through this realization that Glow Athletics was born — a place that not only honors the spirit of performance and cheer but also nurtures youth talent in a way that the Brown family had always envisioned. Kalie’s husband, Wayne, also brought a unique perspective to the venture. Having grown up in Baltimore City, Wayne spent his childhood playing basketball in local recreation centers and PAL centers. Now, as a father and coach to their son Denim — who is following in his footsteps in both recreational and AAU basketball — Wayne saw a need for more training facilities and gyms for youth basketball in the area.

Together, the Brown family set out to create a center that would be more than just a training facility. Their goal was to bridge the gap between childcare and extracurricular activities, making it easier for working families to access quality sports and performance opportunities. They remember a time when PAL centers and rec centers were available after school for kids to stay active and engaged, and they wanted to bring an upscale version of that back to their communities.

Glow Athletics is just the beginning. What started as a vision for their own children has grown into a passion to support and uplift the next generation. With a focus on performance, teamwork, and community, Glow Athletics aims to provide youth with the space, support, and training they need to succeed both on and off the field.