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One on One (1977)

1h 38m 1977 United States of America

Henry Steele, a talented basketball player from a small-town high school, faces challenges when he earns a scholarship at a prestigious urban university. Struggling to adapt, he grapples with the intense pressure of college athletics and the reality of his limited skills beyond basketball, including his reading difficulties. Just as he hits rock bottom, he meets Janet Hays, a bright graduate student assigned to tutor him. Her encouragement and determination help Henry regain his confidence, empowering him to stand up against a coach threatening to take away his scholarship.

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