USC Morning Buzz: The Downside Of Taking A Three-Star Recruit
When linebacker Stanley Taufoou of Grace Brethren committed yesterday, it led to some fan criticism because he is a three-star prospect. Recruiting rankings can often be proven wrong. See Ricky Town (overrated) or Russell Wilson (underrated) for that. But here is the problem that has nothing to do with whether people should be worried about USC taking three-star recruits: It’s not a bad thing unless … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: The Downside Of Taking A Three-Star Recruit
USC Gets Linebacker Commitment
USC received a commitment from linebacker Stanley Taufoou of Grace Brethren in Simi Valley. He is No. 42 in the photo above. Taufoou was the Division 8 Defensive Player of the Year. Yes, Division 8. According to Rivals, he had offers from Cincinnati, Colorado, Hawaii, Iowa State, Kansas State, Oregon State, UNLV, Utah and Washington State. Continue reading USC Gets Linebacker Commitment
A Bear Bryant-John McKay Story
Alabama coach Bear Bryant and USC coach John McKay were not only legendary coaches but good friends. McKay certainly got along with Bryant much better than Stanford coach John Ralston. So here is a story told me by a former USC administrator: One day, Bryant showed up at USC and came to McKay’s office. Bryant had been in Las Vegas and took a private plane … Continue reading A Bear Bryant-John McKay Story
USC Morning Buzz: Wednesday Notes
USC forward Chimezie Metu worked out with the Lakers this morning. Fortunately, Metu is completely healthy for the workout after sitting out the NIT, which was nearly two months ago. By the way, a source with the basketball program tells me USC it is confident it will land forward Onyeka Okongwu of Chino Hills, who is ranked the No. 19 player in the nation … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Wednesday Notes
What Is On Lynn Swann’s Mind?
For some fans, the only way to know what USC athletic director Lynn Swann thinks comes from the “State of Troy” interview on the USC website. “Each month, we sit down with USC athletic director Lynn Swann to get his take on the hot topics around Heritage Hall,” the articles state. Well, Swann hasn’t done a State of Troy interview since January. He hasn’t addressed … Continue reading What Is On Lynn Swann’s Mind?
Long-Time USC Trainer Jack Ward Dies
Long-time USC athletic trainer Jack Ward, who was head trainer for 39 years (1959-1997), died on May 6. He was 89. He was inducted into USC’s Hall of Fame in 1999 and served as trainer emeritus from 1998-2003. Ward worked with seven USC head football coaches, six national championship football teams and 10 College World Series-winning baseball teams. He is survived by his wife, Linda. Continue reading Long-Time USC Trainer Jack Ward Dies
