Jeff Garrett: Balancing Life and Ambition

Away from Home

In this episode, we sit down with special guest Jeff Garrett to discuss the challenges of balancing life as professional athletes with family commitments. From missing key milestones like birthdays and holidays to navigating long stretches away from home, we share personal journeys of sacrifice and growth. We also reflect on preseason training, the excitement of upcoming games, and the importance of building strong bonds with teammates.

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Key topics discussed:

00:07:54 Jeff's background growing up in Gaston, Alabama
00:11:52 How travel and basketball have shaped Jeff's perspective
00:15:20 Challenges of being away from family while playing overseas
00:20:50 The sacrifices and rewards of a professional basketball career
00:34:37 Jeff's career goals and experiences playing in different European leagues
00:39:09 Expectations for the upcoming Champions League season