USC Notes: The Fan Exodus Continues!

I keep getting emails from USC season-ticket holders. Today, a USC fan who had eight season-tickets for 20-plus years told me he did not renew. “It had nothing to do with COVID, but everything to do with the lack of accountability over there (at USC). I’ll consider going back when they make the necessary changes. Until then, I’m not spending my money.” Wide receiver Amon-Ra … Continue reading USC Notes: The Fan Exodus Continues!

USC Morning Buzz: NFL Teams Want Honest Evaluations

So many little things that happen by themselves at USC are not a big deal but when you add them all up, it continues to demonstrate the circus-like nature at the McKay Center/Heritage Hall. Here’s a small example: I’m hearing NFL teams are now consulting outside sources for evaluations of USC players this week because they don’t trust the information they are getting directly from … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: NFL Teams Want Honest Evaluations

USC Thought For A Day

From long-time USC booster/graduate/insider today: “If you don’t think Clay Helton runs a tight ship, ask the homeless man posing as a USC player who apparently infiltrated the training facility and dining hall for weeks, becoming exposed only when he donned a practice uniform and helmet to field punts. “But I’m sure this imposter would’ve gone undetected had he simply signaled for a fair catch … Continue reading USC Thought For A Day

USC Morning Buzz: Does This Statement Hold Up?

I was doing some research today and this quote popped up from last year. “I think it’s miraculous, it really is. It’s impressive. More importantly, Clay Helton and those new coaches, and the existing coaches that are on that staff. They have attacked (recruiting) with a competitive spirit and gusto.” It’s USC athletic director Mike Bohn last May on the coaching staff’s recruiting efforts. USC … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Does This Statement Hold Up?

Carol Folt Says USC Endowment At All-Time High

USC president Carol Folt gave the state of the university speech tonight. Among the highlights: Folt said, “We are very fortunate at USC that our financial picture is positive. The value of our endowment reached an all-time high of $6.9 billion.” Folt also said USC has reduced its budget deficit from COVID-19 by more than 50 percent to approximately $200 million. Folt said there are … Continue reading Carol Folt Says USC Endowment At All-Time High