Larry Scott Stepping Down

Pac-12 commissioner Larry Scott is on his way out, according to Sports Business Daily. The Pac-12 CEO’s made the decision tonight and Scott’s last day will be June 30. A national search for a successor will begin immediately. Here is the official conference statement: SAN FRANCISCO (Jan. 20, 2021) – The Pac-12 Conference announced today that following ongoing discussions between its governing executive committee, its presidents and … Continue reading Larry Scott Stepping Down

Saturday Buzz: USC Swim Coach Defends Klete Keller

Former USC swim coach Dave Salo has defended ex-Trojan swimmer Klete Keller, who was arrested and charged with three counts following the Jan. 6 riots at the Capitol. If convicted of violent entry, disorderly conduct and obstructing law enforcement, Keller could face up to 15½ years in prison. “He stands out as a 6-foot-6 guy in a USA jacket,” Salo told the Washington Post. “But … Continue reading Saturday Buzz: USC Swim Coach Defends Klete Keller

USC Finally Replaces Art Bartner

I tweeted this afternoon an announcement was coming and USC just sent out that associate director Jake Vogel is the new director of the Trojan Marching Band. He replaces Art Bartner, who was the director since 1970. I’ve written previously that Vogel was the frontrunner but it took forever to name a replacement. I heard today Carol Folt was directly involved in the process. And … Continue reading USC Finally Replaces Art Bartner

USC Tennis Loses Greats Alex Olmedo And Dennis Ralston

USC legend Alex Olmedo, who won Wimbledon and the Australian Open in 1959 plus two NCAA singles titles, has died. He was 84. Olmedo, who was born in Arequipa, Peru, was only 17-years-old when he boarded a ship from Peru to Cuba, flew to Miami and a bus to Los Angeles because he wanted to be part of the Southern California tennis scene. Olmedo won NCAA … Continue reading USC Tennis Loses Greats Alex Olmedo And Dennis Ralston