For Taran Goff, being the mother of two high school athletes means much more than attending games and competitions. It means balancing a full-time nursing career, academic expectations, booster-club responsibilities, and the countless practices, drives, and conversations that shape her children’s high school experience.
Goff’s son, Trevin, is a senior and a member of the Catoosa varsity soccer team. He plans to pursue electrical engineering in college while also continuing a family tradition on the water. Trevin drives a drag boat capable of reaching more than 100 mph, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfathers.
Her daughter, Raelie, is a sophomore whose schedule is equally full. Raelie participates on the varsity cheer squad and varsity soccer team, serves on Student Council and competes in drag boat racing. She also drives a jet ski that can reach more than 65 mph.
Away from athletics, Goff has built a career centered on helping others. A registered nurse for nearly 18 years, she currently works with patients navigating breast cancer. Her own time away from work is often spent outdoors.
“I have been a Registered Nurse for almost 18 years and currently work with patients navigating life with breast cancer. In my free time, I enjoy gardening, everything from flowers to vegetables.”
Her involvement in youth sports began long before Trevin and Raelie reached high school. Goff has coached youth soccer and basketball and spent years serving as a team mom for Raelie’s cheer squad. While the busy schedules can be demanding, she values the everyday moments that come with supporting her children.
“I’ve always been involved in my kids’ athletics. I’ve coached youth soccer and basketball teams along with being ‘Team Mom’ for years for my daughter’s cheer squad. I cherish the time spent driving to and from practices over the years.”
Those commitments extend to school support. Goff serves as president of the Catoosa Varsity Cheer Booster Club, helping support the program while remaining present for her daughter and fellow athletes.
Still, athletics require careful planning, especially when schoolwork is added to the calendar. For Goff, academic success remains a central expectation for both children.
“The toughest part is sometimes juggling homework and all the different sporting events. Maintaining good grades has always been a priority.”
Goff believes helping young people identify what matters most provides a foundation that reaches beyond high school sports.
“Absolutely. I feel like knowing what your priorities are is a big factor in being successful in life.”
Although work and parenting leave little room for additional organizations, Goff appreciates the opportunities Catoosa has given Trevin and Raelie.
“I love that my kids have had the opportunity to be involved at such a young age, to build friendships, and create memories that hopefully they’ll carry with them into adulthood.”
