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Show Thanksgiving 2007 THE RIVALRY Is the 'Holy War' overrated? Jason Peterson STAFF WRITER Two years ago, The Wall Street Journal released its list of the II best college football rivalries in the nation. The renowned publication, although not typically known for its sports opinions, claimed these rankings were based on a formulaic approach that included margins of victory, lead changes, recent outcomes and overall quality of the rivalry. The rivalry between BYU and Utah checked in at No. 4, tying the popular Ohio State-Michigan matchup. Mass publicity apparently wasn't part of the formula. Many across the country spoke out, saying Utah's own "Holy War" is a little overrated. But why is that? Is it because the national media view this rivalry as nothing more than a sibling quarrel? Is it because few consider the Mountain West Conference a legitimate threat to other gridiron powerhouses? Tim Buckley, a sportswriter for the Deseret Morning News who hails from Missouri, said that perception is partially accurate. "No one outside of the Rocky Mountains really cares what's going on with Utah and BYU, but that doesn't mean it isn't a good rivalry," Buckley said. Buckley grew up observing the clashes be- Serving Salt Lake Delicious Homemade Dessert for 26 years. Call456-BIRD DODO GOOD TO GO. tween Kansas and Missouri. Although these schools aren't exactly Michigan and Ohio State, Buckley said they still make for an entertaining pair—especially because both are enjoying successful seasons this year. "You've got Florida-Florida State, UCLAUSC and some of the bigger ones,* Buckley said. "And then you have smaller schools like Harvard-Yale and Lchigh-Lafayette, who also have great rivalries because of their history. A very high percentage of those communities are involved with their rivalries." In other words, publicity isn't requisite for establishing a great rivalry. Loren Jorgcnscn, who also writes sports for the Deseret Morning News, grew up in Utah and attended the U. Having experienced the full force of the "Holy War," Jorgensen said there is a unique combination of aspects that few other rivalries possess. "It's the proximity, the religion and the fact (that) they just hate each other so much," he said. "The games have been close for the past 20 years or so, no matter how much better one team is supposed to be than the other." Jim Burton of the Ogden Standard-Examiner disagreed. "The fans do hate each other here, but it's not on the same level as Ohio State-Michigan or Auburn-Alabama," Burton said. See RIVALRY Page 12 Worldmark by Wyfiliain, is currently seeking vacation Consults • THE DODO Located at the ---•'-. Gateway . * 152 South 400 West. RESTAURANT We're Coming Still After . :;^j'• Back t o " Sugarhouse With A New Location 1355 East 2100 South The DODO Restaurant is open Mon. - Thurs. from (Next t o Su^arhouse Park) iiam-iOpm,, :r Fri. - Sat. from 11am-11pm, and Sunday Brunch •from 10am-4 pm. THE DODO RESTAURANT lited incentive plus $12/hour to start Average rep is making $17/hour, top reps are Morning and evening shifts available. Endless opportunities for advancement Full-time pay for part-time hours. Tuition Reimbursemei offered for uj Please call Alix (2> 8 0 1 - 6 7 1 - 9 7 2 0 |
