They might consider Phoenix or Atlanta or perhaps Houston as the natural geographic rival to Dallas.

The Hurricanes defeated the Gators, 19-7, in the first meeting between the geographic rivals.

Although Cincinnati does not play either school regularly, these are geographic rivals.

As a mythic anchor point, the North Pole, home of Santa Claus, has few geographic rivals.

If the last matter is considered, it appears that it would be limited to one series a season between geographic rivals.

By the end of the season, each team had played each other team at least eight times, with an additional three against both of their geographic rivals.

The Devils and the Islanders are the Rangers' geographic rivals now.

Matchups which had been of particular interest prior to this format - mainly geographic rivals - were preserved.

The Falcons are a natural geographic rival for the Panthers, as Atlanta is located 230 miles (370 kilometers) south on I-85.

Their closest geographic rival is Walsall but, as they rarely competed at the same level, this is of less significance.