Forty-five student-athletes from Santa Margarita Catholic High School celebrated their commitment to attend colleges nationwide to continue their athletic careers, marking the largest fall commitment celebration in the school’s history. The milestone surpasses the previous record by 11 student-athletes, with 34 Class of 2023 graduates celebrating their commitments in the fall of 2022. This year's group consists of 31 girls and 14 boys spanning 13 different sports. Leading the way are nine student-athletes from the girls swim team, who helped lead the team to three consecutive Trinity League, CIF-Southern Section Division I and state championships. Other strong representation comes from softball with eight commitments, five from baseball and four each from boys lacrosse, girls soccer and girls volleyball. The group also includes three football players. Dozens more SMCHS student-athletes are expected to sign later this school year.