ABOUT

Mentorship Matters.

As former professional players, we know that while talent opens doors, it’s your mindset that will keep them open. We built Beyond Goals Mentoring to help youth athletes strengthen the mental side of their game, so they can perform with purpose, respond to pressure and grow into confident, resilient competitors — both on and off the field.

Through individualized mentorship, video analysis, and honest conversations about the game, we guide players through the mental challenges of the sport. Whether it’s bouncing back from a tough loss, staying focused in high-stakes moments, or understanding the game on a deeper level, we equip players with proven tools to reach their full potential.

This isn’t just about soccer. It’s about developing habits and mindsets that serve players for life.

ABOUT OUR MENTORS

Michael Parkhurst

Co-Founder + Mentor

A native of Rhode Island, Michael Parkhurst attended IMG Academy before going on to play soccer at Wake Forest University, where he started all 62 games during his tenure. He signed a Generation Adidas contract with the MLS upon graduating where he was named Rookie of the Year (2005) and Defender of the Year (2007). He went on to play in Europe for six years before returning to the MLS. He captained both the Columbus Crew and Atlanta United, leading the latter to win the MLS Cup Championship in 2018.

Throughout his career, Michael was capped 25 times for the USMNT, was named to the MLS All-Star team six times, joined the USA’s 2008 Olympic team. Today, Michael is the co-founder of Rhode Island FC and Beyond Goals Mentoring.

Greg Garza

Originally from Texas, Greg Garza moved to Brazil at the age of 12 to play for São Paulo FC. He attended the USA U17 Residency Program, and was named to the USMNT U17 World Cup team, before going pro. Greg’s career took him to Portugal, where he played for several years before signing with Mexican Primera División's Club Tijuana and winning Liga Mexicana in 2012.

In 2017, Greg made his debut for the MLS with Atlanta United where he was named an MLS All-Star and went on to win the MLS Cup Championship. Following retirement, Greg is still heavily involved with the community of Atlanta, serving as an ambassador for Special Olympics, Soccer in the Streets, and many other organizations helping shape our leaders of tomorrow. Greg has 3 boys, who are all involved in soccer. He is also trilingual: English, Spanish, Portuguese.

Co-Founder + Mentor

What Our Mentees Are Saying

  • “Coach Greg has a special way of coaching that feels part storytelling, part mentor, part best friend. He fills the hour with special gems of knowledge I hope my son holds onto forever. The homework helps keep the learning going, too!"

    Kori Smith

  • “Michael Parkhurst has mentored our son through MLS Academy and D1 soccer. We highly recommend BGM for all highly committed, passionate players. Their experience is invaluable to all young footballers dealing with the highs and lows of an elite soccer career."

    Jeanne Howard

  • “Working with Beyond Goals has been an incredible experience and has helped boost the mental strength, confidence and skills of my son. Highly recommend."

    Coleen Curry

  • “BGM has helped my son grow mentally strong during his GK soccer career. The mentoring is inspiring and helped my son approach his challenges strong mentally and physically. I highly recommend Beyond Goals."

    Adrian Menchaca

FAQs

  • There is no set timeline for how often you go between mentoring sessions. Our experience has shown the biggest impact is when players meet with our mentors every 2-3 weeks.

  • We work with players of all ages and at all levels. Our mentees range in age from 8 - 22 and from junior academies through to pro-contracts.

  • While we are not scouts, recruiters, or coaches, we help mentees with taking the applicable steps towards seeking opportunities to play college ball.

  • Results will vary based on a player’s individual needs and experience. Our mentees typically see results right away. Playing with the right mindset can unlock a player very quickly.

  • All our mentoring sessions are virtual. There are occasional opportunities for an in-person session.

  • While we do not offer on-field trainings, we do occasionally offer events and camps. Additionally, some of our partners do offer on-field trainings - please enquire with us directly about our partnerships.

Questions? Get in Touch.