The Standard This Week
The Standard: Opposing Views on Kairos
By Colin Condon ‘20
Three days, no connection to the outside world, and those three days must be kept secret.
Year after year, Brother Rice sends different groups of upperclassmen to endure a three-day “life-changing retreat,” called Kairos.
Every student is encouraged to go on Kairos by most […]
The Standard: Last Swim in the Swamp
By TJ Murphy ‘20
On Tuesday, Jan. 6, the Brother Rice swimming and diving team took on the Caravan of Mount Carmel. The Crusaders finished the night victorious on varsity and junior varsity levels, and there were many impressive races from all of the Crusaders.
This night […]
The Standard: 3OT – Down to The Last Second
By Justin Jefferson ‘20
It was a hard fought win by the Brother Rice Crusaders basketball team last Tuesday, winning the game in triple overtime against Richards 85-83. The Crusaders are now 13-6 starting the season.
Starting off the game with a 21-6 lead, the Crusaders looked […]
The Standard: The Beginning of the End
By Martin Murray ‘20
It’s that time of year again.
Christmas and New Year are over, the weather is getting colder each day, and Martin Luther King Day is on the horizon.
Yes, it’s January.
And, for students, that means only one thing: school is back in session and […]
The Standard: Crusaders’ Miller Picks Hawkeyes
By Conor Glennon ‘20
Senior Crusader swimmer Seth Miller has been nothing short of exceptional over the past four years.
As a Crusader, Miller has been a premier student-athlete. From winning Crusader of the Month to dominating the waters, he has done it all.
Miller said, “The swim […]
The Standard: What Happens When Opening a College Decision
By Mike Kinnerk ‘20
Panic sets in as you see an email pop up in your inbox with the subject line, “Your Decision Awaits…”
For seniors, there is a lot on the line. Many seniors apply to some of the most elite universities in the country. With […]
The Standard: Kennedy Shines as Ramblers Surge to 3-1 Conference Start
By Conor Glennon ‘20
For Crusader sports fans, perhaps the name Marquise Kennedy may ring a bell. Perhaps a few memories may even come to mind. Or, maybe even a few hundred.
Just one year ago, Kennedy was dropping jaws with beyond memorable performances.
After an incredible junior […]
The Standard: “Rise of Skywalker” Falls Short, but Still Entertains
By Martin Murray ‘20
Over the holiday season, “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” was released worldwide. The film is the culmination of one of the most popular pieces of cinema and concludes the Sequel Trilogy.
Additionally, the film is the last installment of the Skywalker Saga.
The […]
The Standard: Old Tradition, New Resolutions
By TJ Murphy ‘20
Different holidays call for different celebrations and traditions. But, almost everywhere worldwide, there is at least one constant; to celebrate the new year.
One of the oldest and most celebrated traditions has been around for over 4,000 years. New Years’ resolutions are implemented […]
The Standard: The Best and Worst Moments of the Golden Globes
By Mike Kinnerk ‘20
The New Year comes not only with new resolutions and diets, but with award show season. With big ceremonies like the Oscars and Grammys, every Sunday night is filled with glamorous dresses, the Hollywood elite, and lots of upsets.
On Jan. 5, 2020, […]
The Standard: Christmas Houses
By Ken Foyle ‘20
Over the past few days, I have been searching the southwest suburbs for the best-decorated houses. From Oak Lawn to Palos Park, these houses display a collective festivity and tasteful assortments of lights, wreaths, and statues.
Some houses featured a wintry theme, with […]
The Standard: A Holiday Horror – Presents for Parents
By Luke Onoroto ‘20
With Christmas time upon us, everyone is worried about what they’re going to get for Christmas and what presents to buy for their loved ones.
Every year I dread the same thing. Solving the puzzle of buying gifts for my parents.
Seriously, how does […]
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The Standard: Christmas Houses
By Ken Foyle ‘20 Over the past few days, I have been searching the southwest suburbs for the best-decorated houses. From Oak Lawn to Palos Park, these houses display a collective festivity and tasteful assortments of lights, wreaths, and statues. Some houses featured a [...]
The Standard: Crusader Basketball
By Declan McGuire ‘20 The 2019 Brother Rice basketball has been off to a solid start this season with a winning record of 4-2. On Friday, they pulled off a huge conference win against rival St. Rita. Senior Deandre Hagan was a key factor [...]
The Standard: Crusader Football
By Connor Leibforth ‘20 The 2019 Brother Rice football team has been something different. After finishing the season at only 5-4, the Crusaders knew they had something to prove. Finishing the season in the semifinals, but upsetting three straight teams to get to that [...]
The Standard: Thanos Crusader
By Frankie Mesec ‘20 My artwork shows a superhero Crusader snapping a Marist Redhawk out of existence with the infinity gauntlet. I used an assortment of paints, colored pencils, and pastels to color the photo. The photo takes place on a football field to [...]
The Standard: BRMM Band Crusader
By Frankie Mesec ‘20 I am a band kid, and I barely ever see any art or stories about band activities. I am here to change that. I decided to make a band drawing because I had a good idea for a drawing. I [...]
The Standard: Always a Crusader
By Myles Hopkins ‘19 With graduation rapidly approaching, I was reminded that no matter where I go, I will always be a Crusader at heart. Senior year gave me a new perspective on Brother Rice; it has let me realize how great high school [...]