As Santa Margarita prepares to open Trinity League soccer play Friday in opposition to No. 1 Mater Dei, coach Anthony Rouzier has been positioned on administrative depart whereas an investigation takes place “concerning incidents within the football program,” in line with an announcement despatched to The Instances by faculty president Andy Sulick.
In keeping with the assertion, “The safety and well-being of our students remains our top priority. We are taking this matter seriously and conducting a comprehensive review to ensure a timely and proper resolution. Santa Margarita Catholic High School is fully cooperating with the appropriate authorities. In order to preserve the integrity of the investigation and respect the privacy of all parties involved, we are unable to provide additional details.”
Defensive coordinator Steve Fifita would be the interim coach for the Eagles, who’re 3-2 this season.
Rouzier has been coach because the 2021 season.