9:45 AM
Welcome Home Registration – Fr. Joseph Grimaldi Foyer
“Check-in and Experience the Brotherhood!”
- All activities, games, food, and drinks offered are complimentary!
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Warrior Clash: Elite Lacrosse Showcase – Fracassa Field
“Where Speed Meets Spirit on the Field of Honor”
- Warrior Elite Fall Ball Game 1 at 10am
- Warrior Elite Fall Ball Game 2 at 11am
- Warrior Elite Fall Ball Game 3 at 12pm
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Hearts Lifted: Warrior Homecoming Prayer Wall – Mary’s Grotto (Gleeson Family Courtyard)
Personal Intentions. Our Prayers. United in Faith.
- Is there someone or something you’d like the Brother Rice community to pray for? God hears every prayer – big or small. Share your intentions at Mary’s Grotto inside the Gleeson Family Courtyard.
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Battle in the Barn: Indoor Warrior Games – Brother Rice Gymnasium
“Where Champions Rise – and Win a Prize”
- Fast shots. Big fun. Come play lightning!
- Hoops Challenge: 3-point & Free Throw Showdown!
- Homecoming Hoop-off! Pick-up basketball games every 15 minutes
Field of Honor: Warrior Outdoor Games – Ambrose Field
“Brotherhood in Every Battle”
- Pick-up soccer games every 15 minutes
- Pick-up “two-hand touch” football games every 15 minutes
- 500!! Win prizes with our “500” challenge
Warrior Vision: Student Art Gallery – D-Wing outside of Brad Simmons ’75 Alumni Hall
“The Creative Soul of Brother Rice”
- Step into a world of color, creativity, and inspiration
- Discover how our students are learning to express themselves through art
- Experience the magic of art creativity
Smooth Glide: Warrior Shuffleboard Showdown – Tommy Woycik ’85 Institute for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
“Where precision meets fun – try and win yourself a prize!”
- Easy to learn. Impossible to quit.
- Who will be crowned, “Homecoming Shuffleboard Champion?”
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
The Warrior Forum: Debate Showcase – Jerry Bluhm Debate Hall (Mike Neus ’80 Institute for Character & Citizenship)
“Where Words Win Battles”
- Live High School Debates!
- Are you ready to witness arguments like never before?
- Judge the debates and win cool stuff!
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Orange & Black Brain Brawl Quiz Challenge – John McGuckin ’64 Institute for Academic Success
“Test Your Wits. Win a Prize”
- Are you a Warrior Wizard? Test your Brother Rice related knowledge.
- Calling All Pop Culture Gurus! “How well do you really know your faves?”
- Who’s the Math Mastermind?
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Wired Warriors: Robotics on Display – Tim Manganello ’68 Institute for Leadership
“Innovation Meets Intensity”
- Come discover the science, creativity, and fun behind robotics!
- Talk to young engineers and ask all of your curious questions.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Paws & Peace: Meet Gemma, The Warrior’s Therapy Dog – Brad Simmons ’75 Alumni Hall
“Where Calm Has Four Paws”
- Come get your photo with Gemma!
- Learn all about the benefits and importance of our friendly Therapy Dog
11:00 AM – 12:45 PM
Homecoming BBQ: BR Grilling Club Cookout – Front Lawn Tent between Brother Rice & Marian
“Good Eats. Great Vibes. Warrior Made.”
- Burgers, hot dogs, and refreshments prepared by the BR Grilling Club!
- Warrior Grooves: Enjoy the “Warrior Jazz Café” under the tent with your food and beverages
- Homecoming Tailgate – Cornhole or spike ball anyone?
12:30 PM – 12:45 PM
Moments of Grace: Warrior Prayer Service – Brother Rice Chapel
“Gathered in Faith, Strengthened in Spirit”
- A prayer service will take place for the Brother Rice community and we will pray for the special intentions from our Warrior Homecoming Prayer Wall in Mary’s Grotto
1:00 PM – 1:15 PM
The Warrior’s Call: Presidential Rally for Warrior Football Send Off - Brother Rice Gymnasium
“Fuel the Fire. Rally the Warriors”
- Meet and greet with Captains and Members of the 2025 Varsity Football Team
- Get an exclusive “Captain’s Photo” with Brother Rice Warrior Football Varsity Captains
