Fast facts
League: NCAA Division I FCS
Team: Valparaiso Crusaders
Head Coach: Matt Lottich
Team Mascot: The Crusader
Year Opened: 1919
Capacity: 5000
City / State: Valparaiso / Indiana
Rivalries & Top Games to Attend
Hoosier Helmet Trophy
Rival Team: Butler Bulldogs
The rivalry between the Valparaiso Crusaders and the Butler Bulldogs began on October 1, 1927, with a 58-0 win for the Bulldogs. Butler has won double the amount of games in the series against the Crusaders. The Hoosier Helmet Trophy was created to intensify and cement the rivalry in 2006.
SuperTailgate Awards
Fast facts
League: NCAA Division I FCS
Team: Valparaiso Crusaders
Head Coach: Matt Lottich
Team Mascot: The Crusader
Year Opened: 1919
Capacity: 5000
City / State: Valparaiso / Indiana