News briefs for Sept. 25
September 25, 2019
Utah swimmer speaks to FAM huddle
Former University of Utah swimmer Nolan Rogers spoke to students yesterday at the FAM Huddle. Rogers spoke about persevering in the world of college sports and how he was able to accomplish his goals as a swimmer through hard work and faith.
Varsity girls volleyball win against Santa Margarita
The varsity girls volleyball team played and won against Santa Margarita Catholic High School in an away game at Santa Margarita. The girls are now 17-3 overall, and 3-0 in the Trinity League.
Tomorrow is Deaf for a Day
Several American Sign Language students will be participating in Deaf for a Day tomorrow during the school day. This annual ASL tradition is when the students wear noise cancelling headphones and try to experience a day as someone who lives without hearing or are hard of hearing.
![SIGNING ON: Committed student-athletes from Mater Dei’s Class of 2025 pose for a group photo at the 2025 Spring College Signing Day. For the 25-26 school year, Mater Dei will be hosting four Signing Days for its accomplished student-athletes. These events mark a crucial milestone for the students as they embark on the next steps in their professional, academic, and athletic careers. Most recently, from the Class of ‘25, Mater Dei had 65 signees, including 51 NCAA Division 1 commits, demonstrating the opportunities and support Mater Dei provides to its student-athletes. “There are a lot of good outcomes for student athletes at the college level, [such as] the transferable skills of accountability, discipline, consistency, and teamwork,” Academics Counselor Jeremy Riche said. Photo courtesy of Mater Dei High School.](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_0351-1200x800.png)
![GETTING BETTER TOGETHER Mater Dei swimmers exert themselves at morning practice. As the season approaches, the swim team must discipline themselves for their early swim competitions. “Waking up early for practice is really hard, and getting yourself up in the morning and committing to the sport can be [difficult] at times,” Acevedo said.](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/img_9894-1200x800.jpg)