(Ilya comes out wearing Boston Raiders’ shirt…)
Shane: That… that is not gonna help.
Ilya: Oh, they don’t know I play for Boston?
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote is taken from the TV series ‘Heated Rivalry’ Season 1 Episode 6 (1×06), titled ‘The Cottage’. Based on the Game Changers novels by Rachel Reid, the show is produced and distributed by Crave (HBO).
- TV Series: Heated Rivalry (2025)
- Season: 1
- Episode: 6
- Episode Name: The Cottage
- Production: Crave (HBO)
Why we collected this quote
We chose this because it’s a funny and perfect response from Ilya. His sassy confidence even in a tense situation is truly iconic.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
On the way to see Shane’s parents, Ilya puts on a Boston Raiders (his team/rivals) shirt. Shane is worried, but Ilya’s witty reply is the perfect bit of banter.
Book vs TV Series
This is a word-for-word match to the book! Even in a super tense moment, Ilya’s sassy confidence shines through with his choice of what shirt to wear.
