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Last week, the site www.fanmanual.com released a sub par list of “The Best Finishes in College Sports” with abundance of Duke plays and lackluster finishes. While I agree with his selection of Boise State in the Top 5, all the rest of the plays belong on the sidelines. While I would love to rank these finishes, I do not believe it is possible. So, here are the BEST finishes in college sports history that the site happened to leave out.
Appalachian State vs. Michigan - 2007
In what is deemed the greatest upset in college football history, the southern boys from a small North Carolina school upset one of the greatest football programs in the nation. The game wasn’t even televised in their home state, as impending defeat surely loomed for the Mountaineers. What they did that day will always be remembered.
The Guilford College Miracle Throw - 2006
Down by 2 points with 0.6 seconds left to go, Guilford College’s opponents miss a free throw which would surely end the game. However, Guilford guard Jordan Snipes, a small town boy from Siler City, NC had other plans 90 ft from the basket.
The Timeout - 1993
I love Chris Webber in all his glory, but when you are down by 2 points in the National Championship game, try not to walk then commit a technical foul during the last possession.
LSU vs. Kentucky - The Bluegrass Miracle – 2002
Kentucky drank the coolaid a little too early in this game. Plus you get a short glimpse at the “Hefty Lefty” . . . the “Pillsbury Throwboy” . . . and then an amazing catch for the win.
Trinity vs. Millsaps - 2007
15 laterals. 62 seconds. 7 players touching the ball. This isn’t only one of the most impressive single touchdowns of all time, it’s also one of the most impressive finishes.
Doug Flutie’s Miracle in Miami – 1984
Probably one of the most impressive and memorable hailmary’s in the history of college football to give BC the 47-45 win over Miami. Truly incredible.
NC State vs. Houston – The Dunk - 1984
When the clock was winding down, and all hope was lost, this desperation shot somehow found the basket. We all know how this ends.
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