Crusaders provides competitive youth tackle rugby for players with competition at both U12 (5th & 6th Grade) and U14 (7th & 8th Grade) levels. As one of the longest running programs in Illinois, our players progress through the game, the focus expands to include rugby skills, game understanding, teamwork, leadership, accountability, and resilience.
The Crusaders program is designed to help players challenge themselves, support their teammates, and continue developing both on and off the field.
While we are proud of these achievements, our greatest success remains helping players grow as individuals and teammates.
On the field
- Illinois State Finalists in 2024 & 2025
- Illinois State Champions in 2026
At a glance
- Season
- January – February (Winter; Indoor) · March – May (Spring; Outdoor)
- Sessions
- Once a week Winter; Twice a week Spring
- Games
- Spring Only
- Location
- Indoor (Jan-Feb) TBD; Outdoor (Mar-May) Commissioners Park, Naperville
- Suitable For
- Grades 5th to 8th
- Levels
- U12 (5th & 6th Grade); U14 (7th & 8th Grade)
Fees
$480 (less than $12 per session)
Includes
- Up to 30 Crusaders training sessions (Winter indoor turf · Pre-season & Spring outdoor)
- Rugby Illinois Youth Championship games (up to 9)
- 1 x Crusaders Training T-Shirt
- Rugby Illinois / USA Rugby Annual Membership
- USA Rugby Certified Coaches
- Awards Night fee included for player
- SportsEngine Communications App
- Field hire, referees & trainers
Additional kit: Purchase of base kit including Crusaders shorts, socks & hoodie ($109.99 excl. shipping) required.
Kit ordering
Crusaders Team Store
Order Crusaders shorts, socks, hoodie, and optional apparel through Tytan Rugby.
Required base kit: shorts, socks, and hoodie.
Timing: allow at least 4 weeks for delivery.
Getting here
If our Crusaders program is not practical due to travel distance, we are always happy to help connect families with another rugby club closer to home. A detailed schedule will be provided as soon as you register, with all communication provided by SportsEngine.
Crusaders in action
