that arrogance is exactly why you'll never understand real foottball culture. illinois wesleyan has earned that rivalry on the field for decades, and dismissing it just shows your program's insecurity. you think history and consistent, hard-fought games mean nothing? that's a small-time mentality. rivalries aren't granted by some self-proclaimed authority, they're forged through competition, and they've brought it every single time. acting like you're too big for it is the first sign a program is getting soft. you should be worried about protecting your own turf instead of mocking the teams that consistently challenge you. this disrespect will come back to haunt you the next time they show up and punch you in the mouth. real programs respect their opponents, especially the ones who make them better. your fanbase's attitude is the weakest link in your entire operation.