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Crosstown Shootout
"Crosstown Shootout"
Cincinnati
American Conference
VS
97 games
Xavier
Big East
Cincinnati leads 56-38-3
Overview
Premier college basketball rivalry in Cincinnati. Intense atmosphere.
Started 1927. City pride rivalry.
Impact & Significance
NCAA tournament seeding
Notable Moments
- •Oscar Robertson era dominance
- •Chris Mack era battles
- •NCAA tournament implications
- •Intense fan rivalry
- •Regular season statement games
Legendary Players
Oscar Robertson, Bob Huggins, Sean Miller era players
Traditions & Culture
Crosstown Shootout atmosphere, city pride
Recruiting Impact
Ohio Valley talent competition
Quick Facts
First Game
1927
Total Games
97
Series Lead
Cincinnati leads 56-38-3
All-Time Records
Cincinnati: 56 wins, Xavier: 38 wins, 3 ties
Conference
American / Big East
Related Topics
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