Split Decision Keeps USC as UPI National Champion
USC Trojans claimed the 1978 national title by five points over Alabama in a close UPI Coaches poll. Alabama coach Bear Bryant voiced disappointment as fans complained about the vote after USC’s 17-10 Rose Bowl win over Michigan.
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USC and Alabama Duel Over Number One Ranking
A sportswriter argues USC's claim to the top spot is flawed after Alabama's Sugar Bowl win over Penn State and USC's Rose Bowl victory over Michigan. He notes UPI and AP rankings show Alabama ahead of USC, urging reevaluation based on season results and controversial calls.
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Alabama Wins 1978 National Football Championship
The Associated Press crowns Alabama after a 14-7 Sugar Bowl win over Penn State. Southern Cal and Oklahoma were runners up with 19 and 11 first place votes respectively, as Penn State slips from first to fourth.
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Duke Stuns Davidson 77 59 in Charlotte comeback win
Duke, ranked seventh, beat Davidson 77 59 after a slow first half. Gene Banks led with 18 points, Jim Spanarkel 15, Mike Gminski 13 as Duke used a fast break to pull away. Davidson had an 11 6 early lead before Duke found rhythm.
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Bullets Back On Top in NBA Atlantic Division
Landover Maryland AP Washington Bullets rise to first in the Atlantic Division after a win over the Chicago Bulls. Coach Dick Motta praises rest and healed injuries as Kevin Grevey leads with 18 points. Bobby Dandridge and Elvin Hayes add double figures as Washington holds early lead and finishes strong.
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Michigan State Leads AP Poll After Far West Classic Win
Michigan State rises to first in the AP basketball poll after winning the Far West Classic and benefiting from losses by Duke Notre Dame UCLA among others. Notre Dame holds second after a close 81 76 defeat. North Carolina climbs to third with Rochester Classic wins.
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