It was less than a month ago I wrote a Friday notes column with a picture of former USC athletic director Willis O. Hunter that said, “Hunter was athletic director for 32 years (1925-57) at USC but is largely forgotten today, unfortunately. He presided over USC’s transformation into a national championship power in many sports.” Well, here is what USC social media has posted for … Continue reading USC Needs A History Refresher
Joelle Trepagnier, the daughter of former USC basketball player Jeff Trepagnier, won the 400 meters at the Southern Section Division 2 championships on Saturday. Trepagnier is a sophomore at Culver City High School. Her mother is former USC sprinter Malika Edmonson. Her grandmother, former USC assistant Barbara Edmonson, was an Olympic silver medalist in the 100 meters and gold medalist in the 4 x 100 … Continue reading Sunday Buzz: USC Bloodlines Claim A Title
One of the longest transfer sagas I can remember is finally over as former USC wide receiver Gary Bryant committed to Oregon tonight. This started early last season when Bryant decided to “redshirt” but it was common knowledge he would transfer. He chose Oregon over Texas A&M and Arizona. This might be hard to believe, but Bryant, who is entering his fourth-year sophomore season, has … Continue reading Gary Bryant Finally Picks A New School
The trip to Notre Dame in 1939 didn’t look too uncomfortable on the train. Here’s USC halfback Jack Banta amusing right tackle Bob deLauer and fullback William Sangster. The No. 4-ranked Trojans defeated No. 7-ranked Notre Dame, 20-12 and were named national champions by the Dickinson System. Continue reading USC Picture Of The Day
Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome our commencement speaker . . . Clay Helton! If you are looking for something to do this weekend, the Pac-12 track and field championships are being held at Mt. SAC in Walnut. The field events start today at 12:30 p.m. Running events start at 4 p.m. Sunday is the big day of finals with the running events starting at 1 … Continue reading USC Saturday Buzz: Did You Get A Graduation Flashback?
Let’s look at USC graduation from 1925 through today. A rare color photo of USC graduation at the Coliseum in 1950. This was the last ceremony held at the Coliseum. Graduation in 1925. Graduation in 1980, which was USC’s centennial. Graduation robe in 2017. Graduation in 1926. Graduation in 1961. Carol Folt is having a good time Thursday. Note the mini-tele prompter at the base … Continue reading It’s Graduation Day At USC!
