USC Afternoon Notes

USC provost Michael Quick, who is acting president since the departure of Max Nikias, said the university has created a sexual harassment task force comprised of faculty, staff and students. Quick said the task forced was formed as a response to a National Academics’ report on sexual harrassment in certain academic fields. Quick remains a controversial figure because some view him as too close to Nikias … Continue reading USC Afternoon Notes

USC Morning Buzz: It’s Davey O’Brien Watch List Day

I admit it would not have surprised me if JT Daniels were on the Davey O’Brien watch list. The fact nominees were required to start at least one game last season would not be enough to derail the hype for the Mater Dei QB. Since it is just a watch list, Daniels still has a shot to win the award, right? Anyways, here are the … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: It’s Davey O’Brien Watch List Day

NCAA Passes On Los Angeles For Final Four

The NCAA announced future sites for the Final Four: Houston, Phoenix, San Antonio and Indianapolis will host the event in 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026. Where is Los Angeles? Or Inglewood, since the new Rams stadium was considered a natural venue for the Final Four. Maybe the lackluster interest in college basketball in Southern California is a factor. Although the area usually gets behind big events. … Continue reading NCAA Passes On Los Angeles For Final Four

It Is Officially Watch List Season

The Maxwell Award released its watch list this morning: USC tailback Stephen Carr is on it. The Maxwell Award goes to the college football player of the year. The full list is here. The Bednarik Award, which goes to the top defensive player, released its watch list too: USC linebackers Porter Gustin and Cameron Smith along with safety Marvell Tell were on the list, which … Continue reading It Is Officially Watch List Season