Dear Crusaders,
In the past few weeks, I have reflected greatly on the concept of gratitude — of course, with Thanksgiving approaching, but also as we have remembered the late Ronald S. Perry, whose kindness, grace and commitment to service set the standard for Crusader athletics for three quarters of a century.
Gratitude has also been present as we have wrapped up our fall seasons and reflected on the myriad of ways that we can improve our programs to best serve our talented student-athletes. That process of thorough self-reflection and honest assessment is the part of our collective work that allows for tremendous individual growth, but it is also a distinguishing characteristic of any great team — which is exactly what we aspire to become. The work can be challenging, uncomfortable, and certainly not for everyone, but is required for any program committed to achieving comprehensive excellence. I am grateful for the opportunity to do this work with my coaches, staff and student-athletes — along with the unwavering support of our community — during this season of Thanksgiving and always.
As our fall seasons wind to a close and winter is in full swing, you can read more about an action-packed autumn and everything that is on the horizon in the coming months. It should be an exciting winter season, and I hope to see you all on The Hill soon!
Go Cross Go!
-Kit Hughes
Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics
Feel free to reach out — any time — with your thoughts, questions or concerns on our "Be Heard" page!
Three Things To Know
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Giving Tuesday | Tuesday, December 3 | On this national day of giving, join us in supporting Crusader Athletics and your favorite team! Your support has a direct and immediate impact on our student-athlete experience and our teams' competitive success. |
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Gear | Earlier this fall, we launched a new business venture with Athletic Solutions to offer fans a new shopping experience to buy sport-specific adidas products — 24 hours a day and all year long. |
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Groups | As our basketball and hockey seasons continue, we encourage you to explore our group experience opportunities for your next group outing! |
NEWS AND UPDATES
Athletic Highlights
Academic Highlights
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Holy Cross' athletic teams are tied for sixth in the nation with an overall graduation rate of 98 percent, according to the Graduation Success Rate Report which has been released by the NCAA. This marks the 18th consecutive year in which the Crusaders have posted a Graduation Success Rate of at least 97 percent. |
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Football senior Jordan Fuller was named a semifinalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy, awarded to the best scholar-athlete in the nation for his combined academic success, football performance and exemplary leadership. |
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Academic All-Patriot League honors went to senior Emily Bubonovich (women's soccer), senior Meggan Fourie (field hockey), sophomore Emma Halstead (volleyball), senior Jonathan Klein (men's soccer), senior William Schimitsch (men's cross country) and senior Marcus Williams (men's soccer). |
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College Sports Communicators Academic All-District selections included senior Connor Bagdon (men's soccer), junior Julian Beban (men's soccer), senior Emily Bubonovich (women's soccer), junior Ethan Gill (men's soccer), senior Jonathan Klein (men's soccer), sophomore Marques Nana-Sinkam (men's soccer), senior Julia Walsh (women's soccer) and senior Marcus Williams (men's soccer). |
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We celebrated our 325 student-athletes who had a 3.5 GPA or better in Spring 2024 during our Academic Recognition Night on Nov. 4 at women's basketball's home opener. Our student-athletes' cumulative GPA for Spring 2024 was 3.31; our student-athletes currently participate in 29 of the 33 academic programs offered at the College. |
Coaching Highlights
Other Highlights
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Fifth-year center Christo Kelly of the football team was one of 22 student-athletes across all of college football to be selected to the 2024 AFCA Allstate Good Works Team. |
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For the second straight year, we welcomed members of the Worcester and surrounding community for our annual Crusader Community Fest on Sept. 29. |
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We celebrated the jersey retirement of Tyler McGregor '06, a Varsity Club Hall of Famer, on Oct. 20. |
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A pair of Crusaders were responsible for three total NFL touchdowns on one day back on Oct. 27: Kalif Raymond scored two for the Detroit Lions, while Jalen Coker scored his first career touchdown with the Carolina Panthers. |
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Led by senior outside hitter Abbie Lane, the volleyball team hosted the program's third annual Deaf Awareness Game on Nov. 3. |
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Sam Fregenti (Class of 2013, softball), Kalif Raymond (Class of 2016, football, track and field), Mandy Sifferlen (Class of 2017, volleyball), Tara Welch (Class of 2007, field hockey), Tony Froio (Class of 1986, baseball, varsity club, honorary) and Paul Pearl (Class of 1989, ice hockey, baseball, honorary) were formally inducted into the Holy Cross Varsity Club Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday, Nov. 16, at the Varsity Club's annual dinner in the Hogan Campus Center. |
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As we already look ahead to next year's Hall of Fame induction, we welcome nominations for the 2025 class of the Varsity Club Hall of Fame until Dec. 31. |
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, November 23
Football at Georgetown | 12:30 p.m.
Your Crusaders look to claim their sixth consecutive Patriot League Championship as they head to our nation's capital. Watch the game live on ESPN+.
Saturday, November 23
Women's Basketball vs. Boston College | 2:00 p.m.
Pack the Hart Center as the Eagles visit Worcester. Wear your white as we White Out the Hart Center. Celebrate last season's Patriot League Championship before the game and be one of the first 200 in attendance to claim your very own replica championship ring.
Tuesday, December 3
Giving Tuesday
On this national day of giving, join us in supporting Crusader Athletics and your favorite team!
Tuesday, December 3
Women's Basketball at #2 UConn | 7:00 p.m.
The team heads to Storrs to take on the UConn Huskies for a matchup with a top five team in the country. Make the trip and support the team in person by purchasing tickets through the UConn ticket office.
Wednesday, December 4
Men's Basketball vs. Harvard | 6:00 p.m.
The Crimson head to Worcester for an in-state showdown. Wear your holiday gear and bring in an unwrapped toy for donation to receive one complimentary ticket to the game. All donations will benefit 508 Forever Young of Worcester.
Friday, January 3 - Saturday, January 4, 2025
Men's Hockey at Coachella Valley Cactus Cup
Palm Springs, CA
Sunday, February 2, 2025
Men's Hockey vs. Canisius | 3:00 p.m.
Men's Hockey Alumni Day - More information to follow.
Friday, February 7 - Saturday, February 8, 2025
Power of Purple Giving Day
Interested in being a challenge donor? Contact Cara Abraham.
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Basketball Doubleheader vs. Boston University
Men's Basketball | 12:00 p.m.
Women's Basketball | 3:00 p.m.
Showcase the power of purple as we Purple Out the Hart Center for the Turnpike Trophy doubleheader! Relive the energy of last year's BU doubleheader and show off the Holy Cross support live on NESN.
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Women's Hockey vs. Vermont | 7:00 p.m.
Women's Hockey Alumni Day - More information to follow.
May 2025
Coaches Roadshow
June 2025
Reunion Weekend
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