The Madonna Football Crusaders endured a challenging game against the St. Francis Cougars on September 27, 2025, at Joliet Memorial Stadium in Joliet, IL. Despite sunny weather conditions that were ideal for football, the Crusaders struggled and ended the game with a score of Madonna 13, St. Francis (IL) 66.

During the first half of the game, the Crusaders faced a significant deficit, as the halftime scoreboard read St. Francis (IL) 35, Madonna 7. Notable plays for Madonna in this tough outing included Reese Pulliam and Levelle Stokes each scoring a touchdown, with both touchdowns resulting from fumble recoveries. Pulliam's 38-yard touchdown in the first quarter and Stokes' similar feat in the third quarter were the highlights for the team.

Aside from the touchdowns, the Crusaders saw strong defensive performances, including Lemuel Pettway who made a significant impact with 1 breakup and 7 total tackles. Corey Watkins also contributed notably with 8 tackles and 1 quarterback hurry. Despite their efforts, the Cougars maintained a strong lead throughout the game.

Looking ahead, the Crusaders will be playing their next game on October 4, 2025, at their home ground in Livonia, Michigan, against Marian. The team will be aiming to improve their current record of 1-3 as they continue their season.