WINNERS The football imposter Hey, it takes some guts to walk into a high-security facility and have the know-how to find a helmet, jersey and cleats. And then to field some punts! Now we need a guy to walk in there, weld a hat on his head, throw on a USC polo and pretend he is the head coach. Or is that what’s happened the … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Winners And Losers Of The Week
With so much feedback Friday about the imposter story, I had to call by campus security for some more details. Here is how the incident was recorded in the security log. So the imposter apparently showed up at the McKay Center and found his way inside to the locker room. He then grabbed a helmet, jersey and cleats. At this point, give him credit for … Continue reading USC Saturday Buzz: More Details On The Imposter
Be sure to sign up for the USC newsletter. Today, it includes a UCLA coach liking my story about the imposter who showed up at practice yesterday and a long-time USC booster giving up his season tickets. Three-star offensive lineman Dylan Lopez of Bradenton, Fla., has decommitted from USC. And now for some history: I was amazed to find out Linda Ronstadt performed a concert … Continue reading USC Friday Afternoon Notes
Some people don’t believe me when I say USC is a circus. I got a call last night from a USC campus security source telling me what happened at Thursday’s spring football practice at Howard Jones Field. And you will find it hard to believe. A guy showed up off the street who wanted to be a walk-on and found his way inside the McKay … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column
Defensive tackle Jamar Sekona was a surprise starter during Tuesday’s opening spring practice. The reason why became apparent today when defensive coordinator Todd Orlando said Sekona changed his body during offseason workouts. “We’re going to play the toughest dudes that we’ve got,” Orlando said. Did anyone feel like Orlando instilled toughness season? I didn’t. Orlando also praised safety Xavion Alford. “I love his sense of … Continue reading An Early Spring Surprise
Defensive tackle Ishmael Sopsher, the transfer from Alabama, has been getting around USC recently on a portable scooter after undergoing surgery for compartment syndrome. He will miss spring practice. Meanwhile, I’ve heard some glowing early reports about the attitude of tailback Keaontay Ingram, the transfer from Texas, and coaches fully expect a significant role for him. USC is deep at tailback (Vavae Malepeai, Stephen Carr, Kenan … Continue reading Wednesday USC Notes: Quick Look At Transfers
