SOPHOMORE SEASON (2023)

TENNESSEE STATE (9/2): Grabbed his first pass of the season for his first career touchdown … Caught a pass in the flat, gaining four yards for the score

FRESHMAN SEASON (2022)

Played in 11 games making one start in his rookie season. Earned one reception in the victory over BYU.
MARSHALL (9/10): Made his collegiate debut
NORTH CAROLINA (9/24): Got his first career start at North Carolina
BYU (10/8): Caught his first career pass, an 11-yard gain for a first down.

Prep

Four-star recruit by 247Sports and ESPN.com
Three-star recruit by Rivals
No. 270 player nationally, No. 7 tight end nationally, No. 111 player regionally and No. 27 player from Georgia by ESPN.com (81 Scout Grade)
No. 19 ranked tight end nationally and the No. 33 ranked player from Georgia by 247Sports.com
No. 23 ranked tight end nationally and No. 40 ranked player from Georgia by Rivals (5.7 Rivals rating)
Set to participate in the Polynesian Bowl on January 22 in Honolulu
Named a Team Captain for his senior season
Three-time First Team All-Region Selection (2019-21)
Earned Team Offensive MVP in 2021
Featured on Sports Stars of Tomorrow (November, 2021)
Played for head coach Gerry Romberg
Son of Michelle and Steven Staes
Two siblings, Ethan and Grace

Holden Staes