Newswriting 301, Spring 2006

The rivalry between Cubs and White Sox fans has defined Chicago's baseball scene for more than 100 years. These two groups have cheered, fought and defended their beloved teams throughout the last century and into the current one. But is it a fun-loving or a hot-headed rivalry?

Our video feature attempts to find out the nature of the rivalry, how it has changed over the years and how it has sustained itself. We interviewed Sox fans, Cubs fans and experts to explain the long-standing feud.

Our individual stories focus on more specific aspects of the rivalry, including the history, the stereotypes, the family ties and inter-fan relations.