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.

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.

For a goaltender, extended periods of inaction are a form of torture. Muscles cool, the mind wanders, and rhythm is systematically destroyed. The 16-save performance, therefore, becomes a study in absolute efficiency, flawless positioning, and total concentration. Gurtner’s game this week was not about acrobatic desperation; it was about quiet, economical execution.

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.

Johnny Augusta’s performance on January 24 against the Chicago Cougars wasn’t just good—it was legendary.

This week, the Crush achieved something truly special by sweeping the USPHL Premier Midwest Division Players of the Week honors

Defenseman Logan Landmeier and goaltender Johnny Augusta have been named USPHL Midwest Division Players of the Week...

The Chicago Crush have been riding a wave of momentum lately, and at the heart of it all is 19-year-old rookie forward Jason Gongol.

The Chicago Crush’s rising star goaltender, Lukas Janicina, has been named the Midwest Division Player of the Week, a well-deserved honor

The Chicago Crush Elite squad has been making waves in the USPHL, and two of their standout players, Mikey Large and Erik Koller...

With players like Kauke and Brogle stepping up, the Chicago Crush continue to prove they are a force in the USPHL’s Midwest Division.

The Chicago Crush organization proudly celebrates the outstanding achievements of three of our remarkable players...

Jason Castaneda played an integral role in the Crush's 2-1 weekend series win against the Gamblers, contributing a goal and four assists

In a stunning debut with the Chicago Crush, goaltender Patrick Johansen has been named the Midwest East Division Goalie of the Week

Chicago Crush Elite's goaltender, Ilan Walny, has been recognized as the Midwest Division Goalie of the Week in the USPHL

The Chicago Crush organization is proud to announce that Johnny Augusta has been named the Midwest Division Goalie of the Week

The Chicago Crush organization is beaming with pride as, Kyle Tyszkiewicz, has been named the Midwest Division Goalie of the Week

Tyler Rentenr has clinched the title of USPHL Midwest Division Defenseman of the Week, a nod to his consistent contributions on the ice.