If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

In his latest ESPN MLB mock draft, Kiley McDaniel has the Mets selecting USC pitcher Mason Edwards with the No. 27 overall pick. USC’s Ashley Erasmus broke her own shot put record of 18.07m from earlier this season with a new mark of 18.30m Thursday at the NCAA West Regionals in Fayetteville, Ark. Only the NCAA could consider Arkansas the West Regional. Among the many … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

Andy Stankiewicz Makes Big Rotation Change For USC At Regionals

Last weekend I floated the idea that USC save its ace, Mason Edwards, for the UCLA game at the Big Ten Tournament. Well, today USC coach Andy Stankiewicz said he will start No. 2 pitcher Grant Govel tomorrow against Texas State and save Edwards for the big game Saturday against host Texas A&M. Some might view its as a risk but if USC beats Texas … Continue reading Andy Stankiewicz Makes Big Rotation Change For USC At Regionals

Morning Buzz: History Suggests USC Opener Could Be Unforgettable

If you want further proof of how ridiculous it is for USC to play a 12 p.m. game on August 29th, here is something to ponder: Since 2019, USC has played only one early season home game before 3 p.m. That game was also against San Jose State (of course) in 2021 at 2 p.m. It was 85 degrees at kick off. Remember the 2022 … Continue reading Morning Buzz: History Suggests USC Opener Could Be Unforgettable

USC Morning Buzz: Kickoff Times Announced Today

The kickoff times for USC’s games during Week 0-3 will be released around 12 p.m. today. The suspense must be killing everyone who needs to know when USC plays San Jose State, Louisiana and Rutgers. The Week 1 kickoff time vs. Fresno State has already been announced (6 p.m.). Is this the worst opening four-game stretch in USC history? Not if you judge by how … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Kickoff Times Announced Today

USC Morning Buzz: Who Owns L.A.?

Several people in the athletic dept. have joked that some who work there believe social engagement is more important than winning and losing. If that is the case, can USC finally bury its slogan that “USC is the pLAce to be.” It’s backfired when UCLA just won the women’s basketball title, its softball is in the College World Series and its baseball team is No. … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Who Owns L.A.?