USC Picture Of The Day

One of college football’s best traditions that no longer exists was the Playboy All-American team. Players from all over the country used to gather for photos and other activities before every magazine/website started their own preseason All-American teams. The Playboy was different and more prestigious because they actually got the players together. The photo above is the 1977 team and features USC safety Dennis Thurman … Continue reading USC Picture Of The Day

How USC Won An NCAA Title With 4 Athletes And No Coach

USC winning a track championship is a good time to recall the time the unusual circumstances surrounding how the Trojans won the national championship in 1943. Just four athletes were sent to Northwestern for the meet and their, Dean Cromwell, did not even make the trip, perhaps because the Trojans were not considered contenders for the title. But Cliff Bourland and Jack Trout each scored … Continue reading How USC Won An NCAA Title With 4 Athletes And No Coach