USC Notes: Why Is Kenan Christon Still In Portal?
Former USC running back Kenan Christon is still in the transfer portal after entering it in mid-December. It’s might seem surprising especially when you consider he also runs track and can help a college in two sports. But I suspect Christon wants to earn his degree from USC before he transfers, which he should be able to do in May. So he can find a … Continue reading USC Notes: Why Is Kenan Christon Still In Portal?
Bill Lee Still Has It
Bill Lee was the starting pitcher in USC’s 4-3 victory over Southern Illinois in the championship game of the 1968 College World Series. He gave up 2 earned runs in 7.2 innings and went 1 for 3 at the plate with a stolen base. He then won 119 games in the major leagues from 1969-82. And the “Spaceman” still looks great at 75! Watch him … Continue reading Bill Lee Still Has It
USC Morning Buzz: Culture Change Underway
Offensive lineman Andrew Vorhees has been in the doghouse at times in his USC career but perservered and enjoyed a successful junior season. Vorhees is considered one of the top linemen in college football by Pro Football Focus and gave some interesting comments Tuesday to offer insight into the past at USC and how Lincoln Riley works to change the culture. “Whether guys are missing … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Culture Change Underway
Sean McVay On Lincoln Riley
You knew it was only a matter of time before Rams coach Sean McVay was asked about Lincoln Riley. “I’ve always respected the way they operated at Oklahoma,” McVay said. “It looks different than the way we’ve done it offensively but that’s part of the exciting thing is, is being able to kind of pick his brain, learn from him.” The Pac-12 announced it will … Continue reading Sean McVay On Lincoln Riley
Allyson Felix And Ron Howard Headline USC Honorary Degrees
Olympic sprinter Allyson Felix and actor-director Ron Howard are among six recipients of USC honorary degrees to be awarded at the graduation ceremony on May 13, the first in-person commencement event on campus since 2019. Felix is also going to be USC’s commencement speaker. She never actually ran track at USC but was a student. Howard also attended USC. Also getting degrees are Howard’s movie-making … Continue reading Allyson Felix And Ron Howard Headline USC Honorary Degrees
USC Monday Buzz: What Will Defense Become?
What is an Alex Grinch defense like? The new USC defensive coordinator was asked this Monday night by former USC defensive tackle Shaun Cody. “The calling card has been effort and speed,” Grinch said. “If an individual gives us their max effort and then plays at max speed, they’re going to have success from an individual standpoint and obviously the behaviors, the sum total becomes … Continue reading USC Monday Buzz: What Will Defense Become?
