Queens of the Court: Girls Basketball Undefeated Season Natalie Flores, Staff Reporter April 21, 2026
Coach Gary McKnight’s Dynasty with the Mater Dei Boys Basketball David Boulos, Staff Reporter February 20, 2026
The history behind the Trinity League and how it gained its reputation? David Boulos, Staff Reporter February 4, 2026
Effect of Injuries on Athletes and How to Address Them Adelaide Games, Staff Reporter December 5, 2025
Navigating the Next Big Step: What do the new NCAA recruiting guidelines mean for aspiring collegiate athletes? Kayla Hofman, Associate Editor November 3, 2025
![OUT OF THE PARK Sophomore Ally Roman takes a swing during her sixth game of the spring season. On Wednesday, Mar. 18, the JV softball team faced Villa Park in a tough matchup. “ I've made a lot [of sacrifices for softball],” senior Savanah Duncan said. “It takes up a lot of time, especially playing at a high level. I would say you have to sacrifice a lot of your time and a lot of outside activities, because a lot of time is just spent on the softball field.”Photo courtesy of Ali DePhillips.](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/HEIF-Image-10-800x1200.jpeg)
![NOTHING BUT NET Junior Harmony Golightly #5 faces off against opposing Orange Lutheran athletes. When challenged, Golightly learns to adopt leadership habits and take charge in difficult situations. “We have leaders on the team,” Golightly said. “They're able to speak up, encourage others, and [help us] to be better.” Photo by Natalie Flores.
NOTHING BUT NET Junior Harmony Golightly #5 faces off against opposing Orange Lutheran athletes. When challenged, Golightly learns to adopt leadership habits and take charge in difficult situations. “We have leaders on the team,” Golightly said. “They're able to speak up, encourage others, and [help us] to be better.”](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/HEIF-Image-1-1200x800.jpeg)
![SERVE’S UP Sophomore Scarlett Dickerson serves a ball over the net. On Feb. 26, Mater Dei’s Girls Beach Volleyball Team went against Fountain Valley High School. Dickerson explains the athletic ability needed for this sport and the difference between beach and indoor volleyball. “You need to be explosive to jump higher in the sand, and you need to be getting [most] of the balls because there's only two people on the court,” Dickerson said.](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/HEIF-Image-2-1200x1008.jpeg)
![A LEGACY OF COMPETITION The Trinity League brings together some of the strongest high school programs in the country, each with its own history, culture, and pride. Year after year, these schools push each other to higher standards, shaping a league known not just for winning, but for character and community. Coaches, students, and alumni all play a role in keeping that reputation alive. “From the time it [the Trinity League] was formed, public schools did not want to play us because we are dominant in so many sports,” Perry said. “That’s why they voted
for us to become our own league.”](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/HEIF-Image-1200x1200.jpeg)
![PROGRESS–ONE LIFT AT A TIME Strength Coach Reagan Appleby instructs Varsity Girls Water Polo as they prepare to begin their weight training. After the recent changes, athletes have responded well and continue to work hard. “I feel like we've struggled when we haven't enforced discipline,” Appleby said. “Now that we have a standard and rules that they have to go by, there's less showing in the [wrong] attire, and less showing up late.”](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/HEIF-Image-1-1200x800.jpeg)
![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)