The Holy Cross Crusaders are continuing to build momentum on the recruiting trail, pulling together a highly balanced and incredibly athletic group of verbal commits. Known for their physical brand of football and a knack for identifying under-the-radar talent that fits their high-execution system, the Crusaders have addressed key needs on both sides of the ball.
The Holy Cross football program has secured a massive in-state recruiting victory, landing a commitment from standout Tabor Academy wide receiver Kaiden Drinkwater.
UConn has secured a major local victory, as Holy Cross High School star Dae’Sean Graves has officially committed to the Huskies.
A standout wide receiver from Waterbury, Graves chose to stay home and join the state’s flagship program under the leadership of new head coach Jason Candle.
WORCESTER- Head Coach Dan Curran finalized his 2026 Holy Cross football coaching staff this week. The revamped staff features several key internal promotions, most notably Bryan Robbat’s elevation to defensive coordinator.
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Don’t count out these Holy Cross Crusaders just yet. They rallied for a 40-38 win over Bucknell Saturday. With a victory next week against Georgetown and a Lehigh loss, Holy Cross would win the Patriot League. Holy Cross finds itself with a 5-6 overall record, and shares a 4-1 league mark with Lehigh. The Crusaders faced a 21-3 deficit in the first half, and still found a way to win…….
By Dante Iafrate NEFJ Correspondent WORCESTER — In a gritty, rain-soaked contest, Yale edged out Holy Cross 38-31 in a game down to the final seconds. It was a contest defined by resilience, as both teams dealt with injuries, momentum swings, and challenging weather conditions. For Yale, it came down to a gutsy drive in the closing moments, capped by Nathan Denney’s second rushing touchdown with just 12 seconds left…….
By Samuel Chozick NEFJ Correspondent SMITHFIELD, R.I. — The Holy Cross Crusaders visited Smithfield, Rhode Island this Saturday to take on the Bryant Bulldogs in a non-conference matchup. Holy Cross claimed its first win on the season, in its second trip to Rhode Island in three games to start the year. The Crusaders sailed to a 43-22 victory, securing a 1-2 start, while Bryant fell to 1-2 with the loss….
By Ryan Barry NEFJ Correspondent WORCESTER — An overcast day at Fitton Field in Worcester, Massachusetts was the setting for a thrilling 21-20 win for the New Hampshire Wildcats (1-1) over the Holy Cross Crusaders (0-2). With 1:39 left in the game, the Crusaders had the ball on their own 20-yard line with a chance to win the game, trailing 21-20. A huge 32-yard pass from senior quarterback Joe Pesansky……
Jim Mora leads UConn into their home opener against Merrimack in Week 2. We recently gave our thoughts on Week 1 of the college slate. Here is our breakdown of the Week 2 games. Merrimack at UConn: Both teams have tough openers but the Warriors have the type of talent to go into Hartford and give the Huskies a scare. Duquesne at Boston College: Eagles should cruise in their home……