CHICAGO CRUSH

We are absolutely hyped to congratulate three absolute stalwarts—Ryan Brown, Connor Edwards, and Brendan Kusbel—who were all simultaneously named Midwest Premier Division Stars of the Week for the week of November 3-9.

Look at the ledger: Paullo was an offensive engine from the blueline, posting a staggering 8 points in just 4 games. That's a two-point-per-game clip, a scoring rate usually reserved for high-flying wingers, not the gritty anchor of your defense.

This is pure, raw, unapologetic hockey, and defenseman Hunter Pope and goaltender Giovanni "Gio" Bottalico delivered a week that was simply nasty in the best possible way.

Bledsoe’s offensive surge was not volume shooting; it was surgical conversion. His four-goal eruption on Saturday was a clinic in different ways to beat a goaltender, highlighting his versatility as a pure finisher.

The USPHL Premier’s weekly honor roll often spotlights the statistics that drive wins. Yet, for the week of October 13-19, 2025, the recognition of Crush defenseman Brody Luzbetak transcends the simple calculation of goals and losses.

A three-goal performance is the definition of efficiency, showcasing Lind’s advanced skill as a goal-scorer. His hat trick against the Prospect Stars was not a fluke; it was a pure display of technical prowess in the offensive zone.

Though the Crush didn’t advance beyond the Round Robin, the tape won’t lie: this team clawed, competed, and...

With Hall & Oates’ “You Make My Dreams (Come True)” blasting through the Orbit Ice Arena speakers after every goal, the Crush delivered...

Paullo’s February was nothing short of spectacular. Over 10 games, he tallied two goals and four assists

His February...Stopping 83 of 86 shots over four games, including two shutouts, posted a jaw-dropping .965 save percentage for the month.

From the drop of the puck, it was clear that Chicago’s top guns came to play. Mac King opened the scoring...

The Chicago Crush Elite squad put on a clinic in the second round of the Midwest Division Playoffs, dismantling their cross-town rivals...

The Crush outscored the Cougars 10-3 over the series, showcasing their depth, discipline, and offensive firepower.

After falling short against cross-town rivals the Chicago Cougars, the boys in red, white, & blue managed to right the ship

Chicago Crush not only extended their winning streak to six games but emphatically claimed the Midwest Division regular season title

Gurtner went 3-1-0-0 in January, including a three-game winning streak that showcased his ability to rise to the occasion.

His January performance helped power the Crush to a 7-3-0-0 record, with each of his three goals coming at crucial moments

The Crush forward has been on an absolute heater, racking up an impressive 11 goals and 14 assists for 25 points in just eight games

The Batavia native has been absolutely cooking lately, putting up a scorching 18 points in just 10 games this January.

Domaracki’s game is a blend of finesse and ferocity, a throwback to the days when defensemen could control the tempo