If you have spent any time online this year, chances are you have seen Heated Rivalry pop up on your feed. What started as a beloved queer sports romance book series by Rachel Reid has grown into a wider pop culture moment, with adaptations and fan conversations spreading fast. At its core, Heated Rivalry follows rival professional hockey players Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, whose secret, years-long relationship unfolds within the rigid and hyper-masculine world of the sport.
Whether you discovered Heated Rivalry through the books, the screen, or the endless edits and fan art online, the attachment runs deep. Fans connect not only to Shane and Ilya as characters, but also to what their story represents. That is why fandom often goes beyond reading or watching. It becomes something you wear, share, and carry with you. We came across a Heated Rivalry fanmade shirt that lets fans show their love for Heated Rivalry in a way that feels personal.
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A Fanmade Shirt That Feels Made for the Fandom
This Heated Rivalry fanmade shirt is designed with fans in mind, offering a range of designs that reference the characters and their dynamic. Options include solo fan art of Shane Hollander or Ilya Rozanov, collage-style designs featuring both characters, and playful concepts like the crowd-favorite “I Love My Dads” graphic. It is the kind of merch that feels like an inside nod to fellow fans rather than a loud logo piece.
The shirt is made from 100 percent full cotton combed 24s, giving it a soft yet sturdy feel that works for everyday wear. Screen printing is durable and safe for machine washing, so it holds up even with frequent use. Available in classic black or white, it is easy to style with jeans, shorts, or layered under jackets. Size inclusivity is also a plus, with options ranging from small to 7XL.
Photo: Shopee
Available on Shopee, this fan-made Heated Rivalry shirt is an easy way to celebrate a story that has clearly struck a chord.
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