The Collegian · Feb 10
How ‘Heated Rivalry’ has amassed community on, off the ice
Heated Rivalry art showcasing the two main characters, Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, during a face-off
Hockey is having its moment, and it’s not just because the height of the NHL season is approaching.
In November, HBO Max acquired the rights to a Crave original TV series and subsequently released one of its biggest breakout shows yet: “Heated Rivalry.” Based on the novel by Rachel Reid, the story follows two hockey players — Montreal Metros’ Shane Hollander and Boston Raiders’ Ilya Rozanov — on their journey through their rookie season, the Olympics and their love story. The plotline brings a Romeo and Juliet arc, and not just because the athletes play for rival teams.