Yeah, I honestly forgot about BATC.
I will say this, and it's directed towards everyone in the thread. There is no rule that states because you have a favorite, you can't enjoy another team. That is why every single thread about this division comes to an all out attack on each other. If you're a SE fan, there's no reason why you can't respect, enjoy, acknowledge the talent of WCSS or their fans and vice versa. Being a fan of one, doesn't give you the right to diminish any other team in the division (and not just the Big3). I will speak (type?) honestly. I did not enjoy WCSS 3 wins at Worlds. Not because I hated the team, but because the fandom made it impossible. No one was allowed to compliment any other team in the division without someone coming on and stating how WCSS was all there was. Last year, I was very happy for SE. I was one of the fans cheering when they were announced at Worlds. However, I'm getting the same feeling as I had with Stars. Fans shouldn't make this less enjoyable. Don't get me wrong. Passion is an amazing thing. It's something that should be encouraged, and I know the teams feed off of it. But, belittling someone else's team, pick, favorite ect because you have your rose-colored glasses on, is not even remotely enjoyable. I enjoy all the teams and respect the talent and athleticism. Do I want my favorite to win, absolutely. Will I agree to disagree with others, absolutely. But no one should ever lower themselves to the behavior that has historically been exhibited in these types of threads.
I'm sorry if it seems a little preachy...but I am so tired of the unintentional/intentional swipes people are taking at each other.