Today is Tommy Trojan’s 88th birthday. He was originally the Trojan Shrine or the Trojan Statue. The above photo from the USC Libraries is of sculptor Roger Noble Burnham working on his creation. Continue reading Tommy Trojan Turns 88

With USC president Max Nikias doing whatever he can to hold on to his job, it’s a good time to highlight a former president from the past. USC president John Hubbard (1970-80) lived a colorful life. He’s known to football fans as being president during the glory days of the 1970’s and getting a penalty for arguing with the refs in Hawaii. But here’s some other … Continue reading A USC President That Didn’t Drop The Ball

USC water polo coach Jovan Vavic won his 15th NCAA title Sunday. He has nine men’s titles and six women’s titles. It’s an impressive accomplishment. But let’s also put some perspective on it especially when you can be a great coach in another sport and rarely or never win a national title. There are only 22 colleges in the country that play Division I men’s … Continue reading The Wizard Of Water Polo

Earlier this week, I recounted a Bear Bryant-John McKay story. Here’s another one: In the early 1960’s, Bryant was at the Pepperdine Coaching Clinic. During his presentation to a large group of coaches, Bryant passed out. McKay was not there but several USC coaches were in the audience. The USC coaches were then asked to come to the front of the room and finish the … Continue reading USC Sunday Buzz: Blast From The Past

Legendary USC assistant coach Marv Goux leads defensive linemen through a drill during 1966 spring practice. This is when USC practiced on the old Bovard Field, as you can see the Bovard Administration Building in the background. Continue reading USC Picture Of The Day