January 5, 1998 — The Citadel defeated Davidson 74–59 in a Southern Conference matchup, handing the Wildcats one of just two conference losses during their remarkable 1997–98 season. Despite the setback, Davidson showed its resilience, regrouping to finish 13–2 in SoCon play and claim the Southern Conference North Division title. The game stands as a reminder of how even dominant teams face early challenges before ultimately rising to the top. #DavidsonBasketball #TheCitadelBasketball #SouthernConference #SoConBasketball #CollegeBasketballHistory #1998CollegeBasketball #DavidsonWildcats #TheCitadelBulldogs #CollegeHoopsHistory #NCAABasketball #SoConHistory #CollegeBasketballThrowback #BasketballArchives #SportsHistory #ClassicCollegeBasketball #1990sBasketball #CollegeBasketballHighlights #HistoricCollegeBasketball #BasketballStory #NCAAHoops