The Standard: Crusader Footballs Rocky Start

2026-09-04T16:44:55-05:00

By Matthew Murzyn ‘27

On Friday, August 21, the Brother Rice football team traveled on the road to Frankfort for their season opener. The 2025-26 Crusader football team finished 13-1 and snagged the 2025 IHSA Class 7A Illinois State Football Championship. This year, the team strives to write their own story.

Brother Rice was set to play the highly-ranked and dominant Lincoln-Way East Griffins in front of hundreds of excited fans. Senior offensive tackle Ethan Posey said, “ The guys spent a lot of this time this offseason working…Throughout summer camp and throughout the lifting cycle.”

The quarterback position was split between up-and-coming freshman […]

The Standard: Crusader Footballs Rocky Start2026-09-04T16:44:55-05:00

Crusader Athletics Year in Review 25-26

2026-06-30T11:11:19-05:00

Brother Rice High School – This year, the Crusaders once again proved to have some of the best student athletes, coaches, and fans in the entire state of Illinois. Our athletic programs won multiple Catholic League Championships, IHSA Sectional and Regional Championships, individual state and conference awards, and even a state title! That state title came in November when the 13-1 Crusader football team defeated rival St. Rita 16-0 to win their first IHSA State Championship since 1981. The cross country […]

Crusader Athletics Year in Review 25-262026-06-30T11:11:19-05:00

The Standard: Time Flies When Your Having Fun

2026-05-15T07:28:59-05:00

By Braydon McKendrick ’26 

As I sit here reflecting on my last four years here at Brother Rice I’ve come to the conclusion that I had a blast.  

I spent most of my time as a Crusader Crazy going to football and basketball games. However, my most memorable moment is playing baseball for a top rated baseball program in the country. The friendship and the camaraderie from my teammates is what I will cherish the most.

One of my favorite moments as an athlete at Brother Rice would have to be playing […]

The Standard: Time Flies When Your Having Fun2026-05-15T07:28:59-05:00

The Standard: Senior year, my best year

2026-05-15T07:27:35-05:00

By Ian Sorensen ‘26

I remember choosing what high school to go to just like it was yesterday. Now being a senior, I look back at the last year of my life; Brother Rice was the best decision. The opportunities, the education and all the experiences helped shape me into the man I am today.

In September, I decided to attend K-172. I’m so thankful that I did. I was amazed at the impact it had on me. In December, I was asked to lead K-174. I knew immediately I wanted to lead. The experience was valuable […]

The Standard: Senior year, my best year2026-05-15T07:27:35-05:00

The Standard: VINI, VIDI, VICI

2026-05-15T07:22:06-05:00

By Landon Gilbert ‘26

I still remember my first day walking into Brother Rice. Honestly, it wasn’t as nerve wracking as I thought it would be because I knew a lot of my people from growing up in Evergreen Park. Just seeing guys that I know from forever just made everything feel more normal straight away. Back then, I just saw Brother Rice as the school I was going to for the next four years. I did not realize how attached I would get to the place just a little bit later.

The biggest thing I felt […]

The Standard: VINI, VIDI, VICI2026-05-15T07:22:06-05:00

The Standard: My Crusader Experience

2026-05-14T07:51:32-05:00

By Brent Nevils ’26 

Looking back on my four years in high school, I can say that I am very grateful for being able to attend Brother Rice. Before coming to Rice, I had no idea about the school except that my brother Bryce played baseball here.

Brother Rice is more than just showing up for school at 7:50 a.m. and leaving at 2:45 p.m. The atmosphere, culture, and support you get at Brother Rice is special, and you will not be able to find that anywhere else.

My favorite moments at […]

The Standard: My Crusader Experience2026-05-14T07:51:32-05:00

The Standard: The Finale

2026-05-14T07:47:08-05:00

By Emeir White ‘26

I am very relieved to know that I have finally made it to my last days of my senior year. Many people don’t realize how good life is until you are way past it, but I realized that this year was one of the greatest highs I’ve ever experienced. From the state championship game to late night study sessions I knew that everything I do this year should be cherished.

Let’s start off from the first day of the 2025-2026 school year. On Aug. 18, you could just tell that everyone in the […]

The Standard: The Finale2026-05-14T07:47:08-05:00

The Standard: The Great Escape

2026-05-14T07:43:25-05:00

By Connor Allen ‘26

As my time here at Brother Rice comes to an end, I have begun to reflect on my four years of high school here. 

As I first walked into Rice as a freshman, I had no idea what to expect for myself as a Crusader. 

Over four years, I have learned from countless teachers and my coaches. I ran cross country for two years and have played volleyball for three. 

The experiences from both of these sports have meant a lot to me. I have made so many memories and friendships […]

The Standard: The Great Escape2026-05-14T07:43:25-05:00

The Standard: Time Flies When You’re Having Fun

2026-05-14T07:32:04-05:00

By Aidan Leary ‘26

The first day of senior year had arrived. The day I had been waiting for since my freshman year. We were finally the oldest in the school, which was something I was excited about. I couldn’t wait for the year ahead of me. May 8 was still so far away. 

I began my year with cross country just like I had the previous three years. It was my turn to help lead the team now after learning so much under the previous seniors.

In 2024, when I was a junior, […]

The Standard: Time Flies When You’re Having Fun2026-05-14T07:32:04-05:00

The Standard: Over Before You Know It

2026-05-13T07:35:48-05:00

By Max Griffin ‘26

“The next four years are going to fly by before you know it.”

That was the first thing Coach Lyons told us at football practice the summer of freshman year. What he said never truly hit me until now. All the friends I’ve met, places I’ve gone and things I’ve learned all still feel like they happened yesterday.

When I got to Brother Rice, I had an idea of the person I wanted to become, but that didn’t happen. I learned that trying to force myself into somewhere I don’t really want […]

The Standard: Over Before You Know It2026-05-13T07:35:48-05:00

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