When I wrote about Parry O’Brien setting a world record in the shot put at the West Coast Relays in Fresno, it highlighted just how big this meet used to be. For example: USC had a publicist who wanted to go to the relays, which were the same day as the spring football game. The publicist made plans to drive up with NFL commissioner Pete … Continue reading The USC Friday Column Supplement

When USC canceled today’s main graduation ceremony two weeks ago, I said Carol Folt was afraid of getting booed. Well, Thursday’s events certainly bolstered that theory. USC held the Student Recognition Ceremony at Bovard Auditorium. Folt always opens the ceremony with her opening remarks. But she was nowhere to be found at Bovard. Keep in mind this event has the Creme de la creme of … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

I hear USC wants to pay around $450,000 to its final basketball assistant coach. How hard can it be to find someone with that salary? Apparently, harder than expected. Eric Musselman wants someone with local ties but that’s still enough money to lure someone. Anyone. USC has scheduled a visit for Wyoming defensive tackle Gavin Meyer. He is also considering Wisconsin, Cal and Illinois. Meyer, … Continue reading USC Looking For Line Help

Four-star linebacker Noah Mikhail of Bonita High School in La Verne will announce his commitment on June 30. He has scheduled official visits to USC, Oregon and Texas A&M. Former USC signee Trent Perry will instead go to UCLA. Perry didn’t really consider USC once Andy Enfield left event though he plays a position (point guard) that USC needs. The NCAA approved a blanket waiver … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Recruit Sets Commitment Date