Some people have asked me today if the Big Ten or SEC will change their names like the Big 12 and Conference USA appear likely to do? The huge difference is the SEC and Big Ten are coveted brands. They lose something with a name change. I don’t like the idea of the Big 12 changing its name, but it’s not the same as the … Continue reading Will Big Ten And SEC Follow Big 12 On Naming Rights?
There is buzz on campus that USC is considering restrictions to tailgating on campus this fall, as part of security measures enacted during the spring protests. If anything substantial is enacted, there would be a harsh blowback from fans, alumni and boosters who make being on campus a huge part of their game-day experience. I’ve said since the protests started that I think USC secretly … Continue reading USC Notes: Another Sign Of Apocalypse For College Sports
Can you believe it will cost $130 to buy a ticket to the USC-UCLA game at the Rose Bowl in the Trojan section? And that’s the price for those who belong to USC booster groups. Some USC boosters intend to wait until individual game seats are on sale for all UCLA games, because two years ago those seats were better and cheaper than the end … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Not Exactly A Bargain In Rose Bowl
Did you see the headache Jen Cohen left when she departed Washington for USC? Here’s the projected deficits: So according to Washington, “much of the deficit can be attributed to (the) migration to the Big Ten conference and unanticipated expenses associated with the departure from the Pac-12.” I think Cohen probably should give the Seattle media a comment about these dire numbers. They won’t even … Continue reading USC Notes: A Problem Worth Fleeing From
What a sad day to hear about Jerry West. One of the greatest players in basketball history. One of the greatest NBA executives in history. The logo. Mr. Clutch. Jerry West played in the 1960’s and 70’s but he would have thrived today. He was that good. And he spent some of his best years at the Sports Arena. In the picture below, West of … Continue reading Jerry West Passes Away At 86
USC has added four members to the Board of Trustees and it didn’t look far doing it. I’d say Carol Folt has consolidated her position here. Mark Stevens, who has donated more than $100 million to USC, is returning for a second stint on the board. He has his name on several things at USC including the Stevens Academic Center for athletes, which is under … Continue reading USC Adds Four To Board Of Trustees, Which Looks Like Good News For Carol Folt
