Gyasi Zardes continues to set the example of hometown hero

Gyasi Zardes teaches youths in his hometown of Hawthorne about futsal, a mini version of soccer.

Galaxy forward Gyasi Zardes stands next to a mural of himself at Hawthorne Memorial Park. He grew up in Hawthorne and played soccer at nearby Leuzinger High in Lawndale.

Galaxy soccer star Gyasi Zardes waves to his family during the graduation ceremony at Cal State Dominguez Hills on May 19.

Gyasi Zardes snaps a selfie of himself while waiting with other graduates at Cal State Dominguez Hills’ commencement ceremony at StubHub Center, where he stars for the L.A. Galaxy.

Gyasi Zardes, who grew up in Hawthorne, fulfilled a promise to his father by graduating from college.

Galaxy soccer star Gyasi Zardes celebrates with his wife, Madie, and children, Gyan and Maylie, after graduating from Cal State Dominguez Hills.

Gyasi Zardes congratulates with fellow graduates from Cal State Dominguez Hills during their graduation ceremony.