On a cloudy November 8 at Coressel Stadium in Defiance, Ohio, the Madonna Crusaders faced a tough football battle against the Defiance College Yellowjackets. Despite notable efforts from the players, the Crusaders concluded the game with a 56-34 loss, adjusting their season record to 1-9.

From the opening whistle, the game was a spirited contest. Defiance took an early lead, pressing Madonna on both offense and defense. By halftime, the Yellowjackets had established a robust 35-21 lead over the Crusaders. Key players for Madonna were Kwame Miller who scored 4 rushing touchdowns and Eric Thomas Jr., who added a receiving touchdown. Despite these efforts, turnovers proved costly for Madonna, including a critical interception returned for a touchdown by Defiance.

The second half saw continued dominance by Defiance, culminating in a final score of 56-34. Alongside the touchdowns, additional contributions for Madonna included a PAT pass completed by Eric Thomas Jr. and significant defensive plays such as a 45-yard interception return by Reese Pulliam and Rodney Francois adding 42 yards on kick returns.

His performance was a bright spot for Madonna, showcasing his skill on the field. Kwame Miller finished with 171 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns.

Additional recognition is in order for Kwame Miller. Miller broke multiple Crusader records. Records broken include:
- Rushing Yards in a Game
- Rushing Touchdowns in a Season
- Rushing Attempts in a Season
- Rushing Touchdowns in a Career

Looking forward, the Madonna Crusaders will be aiming for recovery and a stronger performance in their next game slated for November 15 in Livonia against Taylor. As they prepare, improvement in avoiding costly mistakes will be a crucial focus to turn around the season.