USC is expected to offer its baseball job this week. But whether it gives the job to Andy Stankiewicz or Andrew Checketts, it’s going to be a tough job unless the athletic dept. changes its attitude toward baseball. Pat Haden was vexed by baseball and Lynn Swann is apathetic towards it. But there needs to be a plan in conjunction with the university to find … Continue reading USC Notes: Baseball Offer Expected Soon

Some former NFL players got together at an event this weekend in Los Angeles and what was a big topic of conversation? Whether former USC athletic director Pat Haden is going to get indicted in the College Admissions scandal? “I always knew he was strange,” said a former Rams offensive teammate. “But now he’s involved in all kinds of shady behavior.” At the end of … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Perception Is Reality

Like clockwork, the two pictures from last night’s NCAA track and field championships reveal how USC coach Caryl Smith-Gilbert must be the center of attention of every team photo. Can you even spot the Arkansas coach? He let his athletes hold the championship trophy. Naturally, Smith-Gilbert holds the award. Just like she awards most of the scholarships to the area she coaches (sprints). Photos below: Continue reading A Tale Of Two Pictures Cont.

The USC-Fresno State spread is now 11 points on some betting lines after opening a 10.5. USC is holding a 7-on-7 passing tournament today as it kicks off summer camps month. It used to be exclusively high school teams but now the club teams have to be involved. The top prospects are Mater Dei wide receiver C.J. Williams, who was offered a scholarship today, Serra … Continue reading USC Afternoon Notes

The USC women’s finished No. 2 and the men 37th at the NCAA track and field championships in Austin, Texas. USC and Arkansas were tied, 56-56, entering the 4 x 400 relay and whoever finished first would win the NCAA title. USC’s Anna Cockrell, who ran the third leg, stumbled, fell and dropped the baton with about 100 meters to go. She looked fatigued after … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Why Balance Matters

USC football will play on United Airlines Field. USC basketball plays on Jim Sterkel Court. Sterkel was not one of the best players in USC history but his friend donated millions to get the court named after him. “Do you think Duke or Kansas would do that?” former USC coach Bob Boyd used to say. USC baseball plays at Dedeaux Field and the track team … Continue reading Naming A Field Is Tricky Business At USC