On September 25th, we gathered as one Brother Martin family for Homecoming 2026. We participated in tailgating and Alumni activities, watched the crowning of our 2026 Homecoming Queen, and cheered on the Crusader Football Team.

The tailgate featured jambalaya prepared by Lee LaFleur ’94 and Rob LaFleur ’92 (Mike's Hardware/Crescent City Couyons), served by the Culinary Crusaders. The Tailgate Krewe also provided food. Pat Barbaro ’85 provided music, and Chris Alley ’08 served as emcee.

Before heading into the stadium, the 2026 Homecoming Court was introduced with their student escorts, and our Cheerleaders, Crusader Band, and Alumni Band entertained guests with special performances.

Serving as honorary captains for the game were the 1976 Football Team captains Mark Ippolito '77, Mark Pecoraro '77, and Andre Robert '77. The 1976 Football Team and the 1971 State Championship Team were recognized for the anniversary years.

The Alumni Cheerleaders, Alumni Homecoming Queens, and Alumni NJROTC Cadets were also recognized.

The Alumni Band also played alongside the Crusader Band in the stands during the game.

During halftime, Miss Mira Bavido was crowned the 2026 Homecoming Queen, and Alumni Board Past President Milton Dureau ’69 CJ presented her crown. Gavin Berry '25, Gary Delahoussaye '74,  Mike Delahoussaye '77, Christian Generes '97, Peyton Lambert '02, Reece Roussel '25, and Bert Turner '94 served as alumni escorts.