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Brother Rice Wins Share of Catholic League Blue Title, Will Face Naperville Central in Playoffs
Crusaders defeat St. Rita, 28-21, and can now call themselves league champs for first time in a decade.

Brother Rice defeated St. Rita Friday night, 28-21, in yet another tough battle between the rival Catholic schools. And with the win comes a share of the Catholic League Blue title. It’s the first time the Crusaders (6-3, 3-1) have ended the season as league champion in a decade, sharing the title with the Providence Catholic Celtics.
No. 5 seed Brother Rice (6-3) will visit No. 4 seed Naperville Central (7-2) in the first round of the playoffs.
Check out a touchdown highlight from Friday.
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