Marist-Brother Rice Football Game Is Friday

CHICAGO, IL - Bragging rights in the neighborhood and nearby suburbs are at stake once again Friday night as the "Battle of Pulaski" returns to Brother Rice's Gary Little Stadium. The visiting Marist RedHawks will look to take down the host Brother Rice Crusaders in the traditional season-opening game for both teams.

The stands are expected to be packed on both sides for the tilt, which over the last five decades has often pitted grammar school teammates against one another. Families of local parishes are at odds as eighth grade boys are often put in the position to choose between the two schools.

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Of course, Marist became a co-educational institution in 2002. But the rivalry between the RedHawks and Crusaders has not dimmed. Expect a good game and electric atmosphere when the teams kickoff at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 24.

In 2016, Patch spoke with coaches on both sides of the rivalry to get a feel for how important the game is for the football players, alums and families. READ MORE: The 'Pulaski Road Super Bowl' Takes Stage At Soldier Field

Can't make it to the game? Follow the fun from home or work as Beverly-Mt. Greenwood Patch plans a Facebook Live post during the game. We'll have interviews with fans on both sides of the rivalry.