The Goal 13 Huddle
Stories, milestones, and momentum from Goal 13.
May Reflection
As we wrap up our final month working with the U13, U14, and U15 players at Carolina Core FC Academy, I find myself reflecting on what has truly made this inaugural year so meaningful.
2nd Annual Golf Tournament & Kicks for a Cause Party
Mark your calendars for Friday, October 30, 2026 as Goal 13 Foundation hosts the 2nd Annual Holden Trent Goal 13 Golf Tournament and Kicks for a Cause Evening Celebration. We are excited to bring our community together for a day filled with fun, fellowship, and purpose as we continue honoring Holden’s legacy while raising support for the young student-athletes served through Goal 13’s character education, mentorship, and educational programming.
Players of the Month: Archie & Diego
At Goal 13, growth is measured by more than performance—it’s about who these young athletes are becoming. This month, we are proud to recognize Archie and Diego as our Players of the Month for the way they are embracing character, mentorship, and development both on and off the field.
Volunteer Spotlight: Jonathan Bolaños
This May, we’re continuing to honor the people behind the mission — the mentors, relationships, and everyday leadership that bring Goal 13 to life. Jonathan Bolaños represents that mission in a powerful way, not just through what he’s accomplished, but through how he now gives back.
Coach Dunn’s Corner: Community & Coming Together
One of the most important things we can teach young people through athletics and mentorship is the value of community. No athlete, student, coach, or leader succeeds alone. Behind every successful individual is a group of people who encouraged them, challenged them and helped them grow along the way. At Goal 13, we believe community is about more than simply being connected, but about coming together with a willingness to support something bigger than ourselves. When young people experience genuine community, they begin to understand that they are never meant to walk through life alone.
Director’s Message, May 2026
There are moments in this journey with Goal 13 that completely catch me off guard—in the most amazing ways.
Almost daily, I find myself overwhelmed by the goodness of people. The phone calls. The text messages. Friends from all over continuing to show up for events and support our family. People giving their time, passion, energy, and resources to help Goal 13 grow and to continue loving us in Holden’s absence. It is impossible to fully describe what that means to me.