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How to Play Fullback — A Quick Guide for Players Who’ve Never Played There
Never played fullback before? Greg Garza breaks down exactly what to do in possession, out of possession, and in transition — plus three quick tips to use in your first game.
How to Choose the Right Soccer Mentor for Your Child (Questions to Ask Before You Commit)
Greg Garza shares the specific questions every parent should ask before committing to a youth soccer mentor — and what separates real mentoring from skills training in disguise.
How to Talk to Your Youth Athlete About Mental Health Without Making It Awkward
Greg Garza offers parents a low-pressure way to open mental health conversations with their young athlete — without it feeling forced or awkward.
When Your Child Wants to Quit Soccer: How to Navigate a Pivotal Moment Together
Greg Garza offers a framework for parents navigating the moment their child says they want to quit soccer — how to understand what's really behind it before deciding anything.
What to Say (and Not Say) to Your Child After a Bad Soccer Game
Greg Garza gives parents the exact words to use — and avoid — in the car ride home after a tough soccer game.
How to Be a Supportive Soccer Parent Without Creating Pressure
Greg Garza breaks down the difference between support and pressure in youth soccer parenting — and gives parents a simple filter to check their own words.
