Some of our Great Sporting Rivalries

Here at Fan Frenzy Gifts we love all the colleges and universities we stock and we celebrate the love and passion students, alumni and fans have for their teams. With sporting passion comes rivalries and there is nothing better than gaining bragging rights over a local neighbour or a traditional foe.

Here are some significant sporting rivalries and high-profile matchups among our colleges, across different sports including football, basketball, and other athletic events:

• Oregon Ducks vs. Oregon State Beavers - Known as the 'Civil War', this rivalry encompasses all sports and is particularly intense in football and basketball.
• Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Wisconsin Badgers - A significant rivalry in both football and basketball within the Big Ten Conference, known for its competitiveness and tradition.
• Colorado Buffaloes vs. Utah Utes - Known as the 'Rumble in the Rockies', this rivalry spans multiple sports since both schools are part of the Pac-12 Conference.
• BYU Cougars vs. Utah Utes - The 'Holy War' extends beyond football into basketball and other sports, reflecting the deep-rooted regional and cultural rivalry between the two institutions.
• Kansas Jayhawks vs. Iowa State Cyclones - A major rivalry in the Big 12, particularly noted for its high stakes in basketball.
• Missouri Tigers vs. Illinois Fighting Illini - Known as the 'Braggin' Rights' game in basketball, this rivalry is a major event every season.
• North Dakota State Bisons vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits - Known as the 'Dakota Marker' rivalry, it's significant in football within the Missouri Valley Football Conference and extends to other sports.
• Boise State Broncos vs. Utah State Aggies - Competitiveness in football within the Mountain West Conference makes this a notable matchup.
• Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Western Michigan Broncos - Known as the 'Central-Western Rivalry', it's a major event in the Mid-American Conference, particularly in football.
• Eastern Washington Eagles vs. Montana State Bobcats - Significant in the Big Sky Conference, especially in football, where both teams often contend for conference titles.
• Utah State Aggies vs. BYU Cougars - This rivalry extends beyond football into basketball and other sports, often featuring competitive and eagerly awaited matchups.

These rivalries highlight the competitive spirit and historical significance of intercollegiate sports in the U.S., often carrying local or state pride on their backs and bringing thrilling moments to college sports fans. Games are talked about for years to come and are knitted into the fabric of the team heritage. We salute all our teams and look forward to each new chapter in the history.