• May 23Zachary "ZZ" Jones '23 to compete in CIF Track & Field Finals
  • May 21The Crusader wins a record 61 awards for the 2022-2023 school year!
  • May 21The Crusader, The Shield win 1st Place w/ Merit in national ASPA contest!
  • May 20Class of 2023 graduates from Archbishop Riordan
  • May 17End of an Era: Final Mercy students & Riordan Brotherhood students to graduate
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Hosts Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon were fired by Fox News and CNN in April.

Honest journalism is the cornerstone of democracy

The Crusader Staff, Editorial Board
May 16, 2023
“Four Houses under One Roof” is the spirited theme that unites Riordan.

Brave students needed to enhance school spirit

The Crusader Staff , Editorial Board
March 27, 2023

[Photo] Annual crab feed resurfaces after three year hiatus

March 6, 2023
As gun violence continues, we ask: How many more?

As gun violence continues, we ask: How many more?

The Crusader Staff, Staff Editorial
February 27, 2023
LeBron James is now the all-time scoring leader of the NBA, passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbars record.

[Photo] LeBron passes Abdul Jabbar as all-time leading scorer

February 7, 2023
The Fruit Barn opened under new management.

[Photo] New wave of businesses make splash on Ocean Ave

November 16, 2022
Water accumulating in the Balboa Reservoir near Riordan.

[Photo] Scientists warn climate change increases chance of mega flood in California’s future

January 5, 2023
The Crusader’s top 10 of 2022

The Crusader’s top 10 of 2022

The Crusader Staff
December 31, 2022
Volunteers pose in front of the Uhaul that brought turkeys to St. Anthonys.

[Photo]

As Riordan is halfway through its third year of coed, many believe it is time to add more sports teams to the athletic program.

Athletic roster should extend to softball, boys volleyball

The Crusader Staff , Editorial Board
December 14, 2022
Several members of St. Emydius parish helped to collect and then deliver turkeys to those in need.

[Photo] St. Emydius Turkey Drive shares holiday cheer

December 12, 2022
The Class of 2026 experienced a Riordan tradition during their first 30 days of high school: Frosh Olympics.

[Photo] Class of ’26 reflects on first 30 days as a Crusader

September 29, 2022
The Squire reporters interviewed Director of Facilities Brandon Ramsey as the construction continued.

Riordan restrooms renovated

The Crusader Staff
September 6, 2022
People of different faiths gathered for the annual Easter Sunrise Service.

[Photo] Sunrise service rises one year closer to centennial

May 23, 2022
The Omicron variant created an increased need for substitutes.

[Photo] Teacher absences mounted amid pandemic

March 12, 2022
Reno Taini ’59 stands in front of the statue his father saved.

[Photo] Mary stands strong 65 years after earthquake nearly toppled statue

March 11, 2022
Take a break from stress of social media

Take a break from stress of social media

The Crusader Staff
March 7, 2022
The SFPD and Asian Pacific Islander Public Affairs created posters such as this one in a business window on Ocean Avenue to advise people how to report hate crimes.

[Photo] Asian communities under attack as hate crimes increase

May 3, 2021
A sign in the window of a business on Ocean Avenue encourages people to stand together against hate crimes.

[Photo] Communities must unite to fight against anti-Asian violence

April 23, 2021
The Our Lady of Lourdes statue was cleaned, repainted, and encircled in a stone grotto to emulate the site where the Virgin Mary appeared.

[Photo] Our Lady of Lourdes statue restoration recreates holy site of miracles

April 29, 2021
College counselors Melissa Nagar and Mike Williams worked challenging hours to help seniors realize their college dreams.

[Photo] College counselors crusade for seniors

March 24, 2021
ThredUp is one of many companies that encourages a more environmentally friendly approach to buying and selling.

[Photo] Why “one’s trash is another one’s treasure” is saving the planet

February 4, 2021
Jan. 6 was a sad day for democracy, and a sad day for America.

America needs to do better

The Crusader Staff
January 7, 2021
San Francisco Mayor London Breeds executive order prohibits evictions for late rent payments.

[Photo] Mayor Breed’s order brings changes for evictions during Coronavirus pandemic

November 14, 2020
Starbucks is handing out fewer straws, opting for the sip lid instead.

[Photo] Starbucks abandons use of straws

November 11, 2020
Orange haze permeates Bay Area skies

Orange haze permeates Bay Area skies

The Crusader Staff
September 9, 2020
Riordan Rising: Teamwork makes the dream work

Riordan Rising: Teamwork makes the dream work

The Crusader Staff
August 11, 2020
Maya Angelou, Dwight Clark, Steve Jobs, Nelson Mandela, Prince, and Robin Williams were some of the legends we lost in the 2010s.

[Photo] Past decade’s legends remembered for contributions to sports, art, science, literature

June 26, 2020
Despite the obstacles with the pandemic, Riordan’s Drama Department performed an amazing show for the community.

[Photo] The show must go online: Cast of ‘Spelling Bee’ performs school’s first Zoomical

June 25, 2020
E.J. Odocayen (top left), Zachary Charlton (top right), Danilo Herger (bottom left) and Will Miller (bottom right) were this year’s seniors chosen to compete in The Gauntlet.

[Photo] Third Annual Crusader Games goes virtual

June 25, 2020
On June 11, construction began on the weight room, as well as girls’ and boys’ locker rooms, working toward the mid-August deadline.

[Photo] Coed transition progresses as school begins new era

June 25, 2020
Shelter-in-place does not defeat students despite isolation obstacles

Shelter-in-place does not defeat students despite isolation obstacles

The Crusader Staff
June 25, 2020
A chalk Black Lives Matter drawing in a driveway in the Ingleside neighborhood near Riordan.

[Photo] The system must change, we must change

June 25, 2020
Riordan’s boarding system has been among the school’s most successful programs in recent history.

[Photo] Some boarding students continue to shelter in place on campus

May 27, 2020
A lengthy line forms outside the Target on Ocean Ave in San Francisco.

[Photo] Essential businesses stay strong despite declining economy

May 24, 2020
The McDonalds on Ocean Ave has been a popular area to eat for students after school.

[Photo] To-go, take-out, delivery become more viable options as restaurants suspend dine-in services

May 13, 2020
The empty courtyard at Riordan shows how the pandemic has quieted the campus.

[Photo] Crusaders remain hopeful amid cancellations

May 1, 2020
The Crusader Marching Band trailer has not moved from its spot in the parking lot since the school closed in early March.

[Photo] COVID-19 redirects Crusader marching band’s spring break plans

April 25, 2020
Members of Home Depot dropped off boxes of masks for the Daly City Police Department.

[Photo] Businesses step up to support first responders amid Coronavirus pandemic

April 20, 2020
The updated scores for the Crusader Challenge show Bolts holding onto a tight lead.

[Photo] Crusaders stay connected with online competitions

April 5, 2020
The Crusader wins seven awards in state contest

The Crusader wins seven awards in state contest

The Crusader Staff
April 2, 2020
A glimpse of a copy of the 2020 Census, mailed to every household.

[Photo] U.S. Census still on as country battles crisis

March 30, 2020
Crusaders go fishing for sushi

Crusaders go fishing for sushi

The Crusader Staff
March 11, 2020
School spirit soars as sports teams triumph

School spirit soars as sports teams triumph

The Crusader Staff
March 2, 2020
A look outside Archbishop Riordan High School, San Franciscos oldest all-boys high school.

[Photo] Riordan to make coed decision next week

January 25, 2020
Athletes commit to future plans

Athletes commit to future plans

The Crusader Staff
January 16, 2020
Wrestling team pins down season’s first trophy

Wrestling team pins down season’s first trophy

The Crusader Staff
January 16, 2020
These feral kittens were humanely trapped and taken to be spayed or neutered. They will then be fostered by a volunteer and adopted to a loving family. The newly signed PACT Act makes animal abuse a felony. One way to prevent abuse is to reduce the feral cat population.

[Photo] PACT Act makes animal cruelty felony offense

January 10, 2020
Athletes concerned about required game day attire

Athletes concerned about required game day attire

The Crusader Staff
November 1, 2019
Reno Taini ’59 donated his time to beautify the Mary statue.

[Photo] Mysteries of Mary continue to intrigue all graced by her presence

October 24, 2019
Spirit Week

Spirit Week

The Crusader Staff
August 30, 2019
Fails succeeds on silver screen

Fails succeeds on silver screen

The Crusader Staff
May 23, 2019
Head Varsity Baseball Coach Brandon Ramsey is now Head of Facilities and Maintenance at Riordan.

[Photo] Ramsey assumes new role at Riordan

May 23, 2019
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