After the release of Crave’s hit series “Heated Rivalry,” fans quickly became obsessed with Shane Hollander’s iconic Team Canada zip-up fleece. Despite not being official Team Canada merchandise, the demand from fans to purchase the fleece has been overwhelming. Responding to this fervor, the creators of the show have teamed up with a Canadian clothing company, Province of Canada, to make the fleece available for purchase.
Province of Canada announced the production and distribution of the jacket, although details such as pricing and release date are yet to be confirmed. Executive producers Jacob Tierney and Brendan Brady expressed their gratitude to fans for their unwavering support, acknowledging that the fleece jacket was a top request from the audience.
“Heated Rivalry” has not only captured viewers’ hearts but also broken records, boasting a 400% increase in viewership on Crave since its late November premiere. The show has become Crave’s top debut, and globally, it stands as HBO Max’s highest-rated non-animated series ever acquired.
In a surprising turn of events, the show’s lead actors, Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, have been selected as torchbearers for the upcoming Milano-Cortina Winter Games. The widespread excitement over the fleece even prompted responses from the official Team Canada account on social media.
A Change.org petition advocating for the release of the Heated Rivalry fleece as official Team Canada merchandise garnered significant support, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and authenticity in engaging new fans. The petition organizers recently celebrated their success as fans now have a confirmed pathway to purchase a version of the fleece.
While the fleece’s release is not affiliated with Team Canada, it represents a significant victory for fans who have eagerly awaited the opportunity to own a piece of this beloved show’s memorabilia.