SouthtownStar: Brother Rice Water Polo Ready for Quarterfinal Test
Brother Rice is back. After falling short in the sectional round the previous two seasons, the Crusaders will make their return to state Friday, in search of their first state trophy since 2007. “I’ve been to state as an assistant before, helping out my brother (Bill) when he needed it, but this is obviously my first time as a head coach,” first-year Rice coach Chris Mulcrone said. … [Read More...]
Brother Rice Summer Camp Dates Announced
Brother Rice High School is pleased to offer a comprehensive line-up of summer camps this year, sure to appeal to both grade school and high school students. Athletic, academic, and music camps will be offered during the day, with some extending into early evening hours. Those interested in participating can register online or download a PDF version of the brochure, and the appropriate … [Read More...]
3rd Annual CAAC Golf Outing
The Crusader Alumni Athletic Club will host its 3rd annual golf outing on Friday, August 9, at Water's Edge Golf Club. A shotgun start will begin at 1:30 P.M. and the cost to participate is $125 per person. Also included in the cost is a buffet dinner and three hour open bar at The Edge Bar and Grill located at the course. Prizes will be given out for several on-course events - closest to the … [Read More...]
Brother Rice Lacrosse Beats Nazareth
The JV and varsity lacrosse teams had big wins on Tuesday, May 14. The JV team beat Nazareth 6-2 to improve to a 9-3 record. The varsity won 14-5 and improved to 8-5 in their class and 8-8 overall. On Thursday, May 16, the JV and varsity teams will take on Lockport at Brother Rice. The JV team will be going for the first 10 win season in Brother Rice history, and the varsity looks to secure the … [Read More...]
The Standard: Mid-season Success Builds Confidence for Varsity Baseball
As most sports fans know, the baseball season carries with it a specific kind of grind, the type that requires precision, accuracy, smarts, and heart on a day-in, day-out basis. Major League Baseball players attempt to bring those qualities to 162 games every year; the high school season is a bit shorter, around 40 games per regular season, but the challenge remains the same. “Some days you … [Read More...]
Brother Rice Football Fund Your Number Program
The Brother Rice Football Program is running a campaign for the New Crusade called “Fund Your Number.” As most of you are aware, running a competitive football program successfully takes a large financial commitment. The football program is the second biggest expense for the school and is limited with its financial resources. To have the opportunity to be successful, the program needs your … [Read More...]
Br. Rice Athletics Exclusive
Slaw Fest Scheduled to Support the Bob Stevens Memorial Fund
All are welcome to join us at “Slaw Fest” on Saturday, June 15, from 4:00 to 10:00 P.M. at Brother Rice High School. “Slaw Fest” is a family event to help support the Bob Stevens Memorial Scholarship. There will be a “kids’ zone” with games, bounce houses, and a movie. Older boys … [Read More...]
More Brother RIce Athletics News
Track Alumni Making Statements at College
With the Catholic League Track Championships at Loyola this Saturday, the end of the season is drawing closer. Alumni are the one's who have paved the way for the current set of athletes and there are a few Crusaders contributing to their respective NCAA Track … [Read More...]
The Standard: Nick Zawaski Commits to Play Football at Walsh
On Tuesday, March 12, senior football player Nick Zawaski, from St. Linus School in Oak Lawn, committed to Walsh University in Canton, Ohio. Zawaski chose Walsh to continue his football career after considering several other schools. Throughout his whole … [Read More...]
Track Competes at Catholic League Indoor Championships
On Sunday, March 17, the track team competed in the Catholic League Indoor Championships at the University of Chicago. The varsity team finished in a tie for 4th. Chris Rozell came in 2nd in the long jump and 3rd in the 400. Marcus Jones was placed 3rd … [Read More...]
Ricky Palmer ’09: The Road Less Traveled
Ricky Palmer is a senior catcher on the Notre Dame baseball team. He doesn't get much playing time - in fact he only has nine career at-bats - but he doesn't let this fact bother him. Ricky considers his role on the team as important as that of an everyday … [Read More...]
