North Carolina vs. Duke. UK vs. Louisville. There are some pretty fierce college rivalries out there… but we think none is more storied, exciting and
Proudly Cincinnati than UC vs. Xavier. As ESPN's Jay Bilas once said, "Cincinnati and Xavier have created a rivalry that is unparalleled when it comes to outright passion and civic division.”
If we’re talking about UC vs. Xavier, then you know we must be talking about the annual Skyline Chili
Crosstown Shootout, the rivalry-ridden tradition that was recently ranked higher than the Fiesta Bowl, Winter X Games and NHL All Star Game by
The Ultimate Sports List website. After more than 75 games, UC leads its crosstown rival in Ws, with 47 wins under its belt… but the competition is fierce, especially considering that Xavier has won the last three matchups between the schools.
But no more! We’re encouraging our alumni both near and far to show their Bearcat pride during tomorrow’s game! There are
official game-watch parties scheduled throughout the country, courtesy of the
UC Alumni Association, or you can tune in on ESPN2. You can learn more about the players making moves on the hardwood and in the headlines by
clicking here.
We also want to learn more about your memories of the infamous Crosstown Shootout. What are some of the memorable plays you witnessed during your time at UC? Did you and your friends have specific Crosstown Shootout traditions or superstitions? Tell us about them in the comments!
Go ‘Cats!
University of Cincinnati alumni, friends and fans watched the UC Bearcats crush the Xavier Musketeers at official UCAA Crosstown Shootout game-watch parties across the country! UC raffles and giveaways were provided by your UC Alumni Association at various locations. Everyone had a blast, as you can see!
