Ref’s Collapse At USC-Gonzaga Game May Have Saved Life

It turns out when referee Bert Smith collapsed during the USC-Gonzaga game, it probably saved his life. Smith told the Indianapolis Star that Dr. Katie Trammell insisted on running tests that eventually detected a blood clot in his lung. “She sits down next to the bed,” Smith said, “and she says: ‘I saw your fall tonight. Something doesn’t add up. I want to know why … Continue reading Ref’s Collapse At USC-Gonzaga Game May Have Saved Life

If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

I hear there is a photo floating around of the football imposter using a jacuzzi at the McKay Center. “He’s pretty young looking and could pass as a college student,” said a member of USC campus security, who did not wish to be identified. “He is about 5-10 but I heard he wore No. 87 at practice. The guy who really wears 87 is 6-4, … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

Lynn Swann Sighting

Lynn Swann has kept an extremely low profile since he was fired as USC athletic director. But he has surfaced this week — unsurprisingly — at The Masters golf tournament. Swann is a member of Augusta National Golf Course. He got a mention in this story today. Phil Mickelson, Bubba Watson. Sir Nick Faldo. Charles Coody. Cameron Champ. Corey Conners. Lynn Swann. Condoleezza Rice. They … Continue reading Lynn Swann Sighting

USC Morning Buzz: Imposter Did Even More Than Thought

This football imposter is becoming more and more amazing. I’ve had several conversations with a USC campus security source the past 2 days and was told the following based on conversations with the imposter: 1.) The imposter actually shared a jacuzzi at the McKay Center with other football players. 2.) He ate at the football dining facility without issue. 3.) He also slept for some … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Imposter Did Even More Than Thought

USC Notes: Wednesday Transactions

I’ve been working on some stories and will have some entertaining tales tomorrow. In the meantime: USC cornerback Max Williams tore knee ligaments during Tuesday’s practice. Williams was with the first-team defense in early practices. He also tore knee ligaments while he was at Serra in Gardena. Drake guard Joe Yesufu, who scored 26 points against USC, transferred to Kansas. He picked the Jayhawks over … Continue reading USC Notes: Wednesday Transactions