About Us

The Crusaders football program has been running for over 65 years. It consists of a junior varsity (fifth and sixth grade) and varsity (seventh and eighth grade). Both teams have an average of 30 players. The players in the program come from St. Joseph's School and St. Mary's of Gostyn School, both in Downers Grove. Public school students who are enrolled in Religious Education for SJS or SMG are also eligible to participate on the team, along with students from neighboring towns that do not have a catholic school team

The Crusaders played in the Suburban Parochial Football League until 2020. Over the last ten years, the varsity team has brought home four championships and was runner-up three times. They are now playing as part of the Northside Catholic Conference League. The conference consists of seven regular league games, plus the playoffs and an All-Star Game. There are two summer camps provided in July for fifth through eighth graders