Pac-10 Expansion Candidates
TributeToTroy is not necessarily in favor of adding teams to the conference. However, in the interest of injecting facts into the debate, we have compiled data on factors ranging from television market size to academic rank for all western schools into a sortable chart.
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The Trailblazer
SCPlaybook
It’s no secret that Ed Orgeron is one of the premier recruiters in all of college football. In his first stint in Los Angeles, Orgeron and former USC head coach Pete Carroll set the foundation for one of the most successful runs in college football history with their tireless efforts on the recruiting trail. Can he do it again?... More
Winter workout photos
USCFootball.com
With associate head coach and special teams coordinator John Baxter now on campus, Lane Kiffin has finally assembled all of the pieces to his coaching puzzle together. Inside: Photos from USC's latest conditioning workout and throwing session, including several shots of the new coaches in action... More
The Peristyle Podcast - Episode 108
USCFootball.com
The countdown to spring football continues and this week on the podcast we talk about the hiring of special teams coordinator John Baxter and how Lane Kiffin will act as his own offensive coordinator. We also discuss offseason workouts going "old school" and bring you the very latest information on USC football recruiting... More
Pac-10 Tournament preview: Of Bears and bids
Orange County Register
One thing is certain about this year's Pac-10 Tournament, which begins Wednesday night at Staples Center: There won't be a repeat champion. That's because USC isn't participating, having been banned from the postseason as part of school-imposed...... More
USC coach O'Neill parts with two assistants
Los Angeles Daily News
USC coach Kevin O'Neill confirmed Tuesday that he fired assistant coaches Phil Johnson and Gib Arnold.... More
USC basketball Coach Kevin O'Neill fires two assistants, source says
Los Angeles Times
O'Neill reportedly notified assistants Gib Arnold and Phil Johnson, who worked under former coach Tim Floyd, that they would not be remaining with the team. O'Neill reportedly notified assistants Gib Arnold and Phil Johnson, who worked under former coach Tim Floyd, that they would not be remaining with the team. ... More
Jackson using journey to pros as inspiration for others
Daily Trojan
The former Trojan defensive end has made a name for himself in the NFL.... More
Time to shine for Bradford
USCFootball.com
Senior tailback Allen Bradford has been on the cusp of greatness during his time at USC. His touchdown runs in practice have become legendary, but Bradford hopes his final season at Troy will produce success on Saturdays, finding the end zone and helping his team to victor... More
Oldtimer's Take: Team Building
SCPlaybook
Not knowing the players is a challenge for the USC coaching staff. But not knowing the players is also the opportunity. It’s a new beginning. It’s good that coaches like Lane Kiffin and Ed Orgeron have been gone as long as they have because they bring a fresh pair of eyes to a program that was far less than the sum of its parts last year.... More
O'Neill hopes to build on USC's foundation
Orange County Register
USC finished the 2009-10 season with two of its three seniors having fouled out. So a reporter asked Coach Kevin O'Neill afterward whether that final sequence offered a glimpse into the Trojans' future. "If you add five guys, yeah," O'Neill said. Big...... More
'Cats' Wise won't be denied
Press Enterprise
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USC basketball season ends with fifth straight loss
Los Angeles Times
The Trojans, ineligible for the postseason, fall to Arizona, 86-84 in double overtime, in final game of 2009-10, and waste no time in starting to look ahead to next season. The Trojans, ineligible for the postseason, fall to Arizona, 86-84 in double overtime, in final game of 2009-10, and waste no time in starting to look ahead to next season. ... More
For USC, it's double-overtime and out
Orange County Register
TUCSON, Ariz. - Sitting in a surprisingly upbeat locker room inside Arizona's McKale Center, USC senior point guard Mike Gerrity said it best: "That game really summed up our whole season." The Trojans came to Tucson knowing Saturday would be their...... More
Trojans extend season but fall in double OT to Arizona
USCFootball.com
USC knew its season was over once the buzzer sounded at the end of the game. So they decided to play five more minutes. And then five more after that. Despite their best efforts though, USC couldn't hold on in double overtime after Nic Wise's layup with 1.6 seconds gave Arizona a 86-84 victory.... More
USC basketball Coach Kevin O'Neill isn't bitter at season's end
Los Angeles Times
The Trojans, ineligible for postseason because of school-imposed sanctions, conclude their season Saturday at Arizona. O'Neill admits he's weary but still calls it one of his ‘most rewarding years.' The Trojans, ineligible for postseason because of school-imposed sanctions, conclude their season Saturday at Arizona. O'Neill admits he's wea... More
Havili ready to breakout
USCFootball.com
Trojan fullback Stanley Havili looks like a different guy on the practice field. With more defined arms and a larger torso, Havili is preparing for what should be a huge senior season. Inside: We talk with Havili about getting ready for spring football... More
PHOTOS: USC Offseason Action
SCPlaybook
Matt Barkley continues to show progress and appears to be fully recovered from his offseason wrist surgery. Look inside for photos of the talented quarterback, Allen Bradford and all the action from USC’s 7-on-7 workout.... More
Presenting the War Room
USCFootball.com
An expanded Pac-10 could be great for USC, so in this USCFootball.com War Room we get the inside scoop on which schools the conference is going after. We also bring you the latest on the NCAA hearing and why it could be good news for USC, tell you why some veterans are pumped up for spring football and reveal one player that will unfortunatel... More
USC again stumbles down stretch in 59-54 loss to Arizona State
Los Angeles Times
The Trojans have their chances late in the game but can't capitalize against the Sun Devils. That last five minutes of a basketball game, that span most coaches call "winning time," has become losing time for USC. ... More
USC falls to Arizona State, 59-54
Press Enterprise
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USC shows heart, but mistakes prove costly
Orange County Register
TEMPE, Ariz. - You can't fault USC's effort. Despite having nothing to play for — no Pac-10 championship, no postseason possibilities — the Trojans went hard for 40 minutes Thursday night at Arizona State. They played with their hearts. But a few...... More
Baxter Joins USC Staff
SCPlaybook
LOS ANGELES--John Baxter, a member of the Fresno State coaching staff for the past 13 seasons, has been named associate head coach and special teams coordinator at USC, new Trojan head coach Lane Kiffin announced today.... More
John Baxter Named To USC Football Coaching Staff
USC Press Release
John Baxter, a member of the Fresno State coaching staff for the past 13 seasons, has been named associate head coach and special teams coordinator at USC, new Trojan head coach Lane Kiffin announced today (March 4).... More
Butler Energized for 2010
SCPlaybook
With the recent coaching change and spring practice now just weeks away, USC wide receiver Brice Butler is energized and focused on making the most of his opportunity in 2010. In this exclusive interview the talented receiver discusses spring football, the new coaching staff and the team’s new attitude.... More
Trojans can play the spoiler and salvage some pride
Los Angeles Times
Going into its final weekend of the basketball season, USC hopes to end a three-game losing streak and upend Arizona State’s hopes for a share of the Pac-10 title. Motivational speakers, send material to the USC men's basketball team, care of Coach Kevin O'Neill . He's in need of ideas that will keep his tattered team pushing forward ̵... More
All USC has left to play for is pride
Orange County Register
LOS ANGELES - One could argue that USC has had nothing to play for this season since Jan. 3. That was the day the school sanctioned its basketball program, including a ban from postseason play. But it took almost two more months to exhaust the...... More
Adversity takes its toll on the Trojans
Los Angeles Times
After losses to Oregon and Oregon State, it's clear that USC is worn out. USC is said to be running on fumes. The truth is, the Trojans would be lucky to have any fumes left. ... More
Big Opportunity for T.J. McDonald
SCPlaybook
There will be plenty of opportunity for playing time in USC’s young secondary this coming season, and one player that could fill the void at strong safety is T.J. McDonald. In this exclusive interview the talented defensive back talks about the new coaching staff, his goals for spring practice and much more.... More
Video: Former USC safety turns heads with 40
Orange County Register
Taylor Mays is the fastest defensive back at the NFL Combine.... More
Strong showing for Trojans at NFL combine
Daily Trojan
Everson Griffen and Joe McKnight have impressive workouts at the NFL combine in Indianapolis during the college scouting event.... More
PHOTOS: Battle in the Trenches
SCPlaybook
In football it starts with the big men up front, and this past week the linemen joined the action during USC’s players-only workouts. Look inside for photos of Nick Perry, Tyron Smith and others as they prepare for spring practice.... More
Oldtimer's Take: Stepping Up
SCPlaybook
Lane Kiffin has a big job ahead getting this group of Trojan football players to maximize their talents. These are gifted players and coaches that need to strive together for excellence. It takes a great head coach to maximize players talents for a common objective. It takes great courage and commitment to set your own goals aside for the good of t... More
How are Trojans faring at 'Underwear Olympics'?
Orange County Register
Find out how Joe McKnight, Stafon Johnson and other USC prospects did at the NFL scouting combine.... More
USC sputters to a loss against Oregon State, 49-44
Los Angeles Times
Trojans shoot just 29% and lose final home game on senior day. A beat-up junker with four flat tires and an engine sputtering on its last miles rolled into the Galen Center on Saturday. ... More
USC has no shot against a zone
Press Enterprise
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USC defeated, title hopes erased
Orange County Register
LOS ANGELES - Senior guard Dwight Lewis lingered by the tunnel leading to USC's locker room, waiting for his parents to descend from the stands. While he waited, he shook hands with and hugged several fans who had just watched him play at Galen...... More
USC's Dwight Lewis says he won't cry . . . during the game
Los Angeles Times
The senior guard will play his final home game Saturday against Oregon State. His parents will be there, but he vows to keep tears in check -- at least until after it's over. Senior day tradition dictates that Mom and Dad will cry, so pack extra tissues. ... More
USC's seniors hope for a happier ending
Orange County Register
LOS ANGELES – Thursday's loss to last-place Oregon had at least one saving grace for USC:"We're just glad that's not our last game," point guard Mike Gerrity said.Gerrity and fellow seniors Marcus Johnson and Dwight Lewis wouldn't want to go out...... More
USC has almost no shot in loss to Oregon
Los Angeles Times
Trojans have little hope of sharing title after missing 19 of 25 second-half attempts against the Ducks. Help, USC needs somebody . . . Help, not just anybody . . . ... More
Trojans collapse against Oregon
Orange County Register
LOS ANGELES – Reality struck the USC men's basketball team Thursday night like an elbow to the face. After overachieving all season and putting themselves in position to push for the Pac-10 championship, the Trojans collapsed on their home floor...... More
Second-half woes doom USC
Press Enterprise
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Trojans need to bully better
Los Angeles Times
USC, which is 1-5 against the Pac-10's four current cellar-dwellers, still can share the league title. USC can beat the best, but not the worst this season. ... More
Ex-USC And NFL Fullback Mosi Tatupu Dies
USC Press Release
Mosi Tatupu, a fullback on USC's 1974 national championship football team who then played 14 years in the NFL, died on Tuesday (Feb. 23) in Attleboro, Mass. He was 54.... More
Bank's open for WSU
Press Enterprise
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Clay Helton Named USC Football Assistant Coach
USC Press Release
Clay Helton, an assistant the past 10 seasons at Memphis who was the Tigers' offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach the last 3 years, has been named an assistant coach at USC, new Trojan head coach Lane Kiffin announced today.... More
USC officials to sit with infractions committee
Daily Trojan
Pete Carroll and Tim Floyd among possible representatives for USC at NCAA hearings.... More
2010 Lane Kiffin Heritage Golf Classic Set For April 26
USC Press Release
Trojan fans can join new USC head football coach Lane Kiffin and his entire coaching staff for a day of golf, dinner and exclusive access to Trojan football items at the 2010 Lane Kiffin Heritage Golf Classic on April 26 at the Coto de Caza Golf and Racquet Club.... More
Video: Ronald Johnson interview
WeAreSC
Click below to watch a video interview with Ronald Johnson following a winter throwing session on Brian Kennedy/Howard Jones Field. ... More
Video: Lane Kiffin interview on Sports Center
WeAreSC
Click below to watch an interview from Shelly Smith with USC head coach Lane Kiffin: http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=4919714&categoryid=2378529 ... More
Spring Football Preview: Safeties
WeAreSC
The 2009 season of football at The University of Southern California ended with tremendous change and uncertainty. The departure of head coach Pete Carroll and countless other members of the Trojan staff left the program in flux. However, the hiring of Lane Kiffin and his subsequent coaching staff additions have brought some much needed consistesi... More
| Sept 2 | at Hawaii | 8:00 | ESPN | |
| Sept 11 | Virginia | TBD | ||
| Sept 18 | at Minnesota | TBD | ||
| Sept 25 | at Washington State | TBD | ||
| Oct 2 | Washington | TBD | ||
| Oct 9 | at Stanford | TBD | ||
| Oct 16 | California | TBD | ||
| Oct 30 | Oregon | TBD | ||
| Nov 6 | Arizona State | TBD | ||
| Nov 13 | at Arizona | TBD | ||
| Nov 20 | at Oregon State | TBD | ||
| Nov 27 | Notre Dame | TBD | ||
| Dec 4 | at UCLA | TBD |
All Times Pacific
2009 Results | 2010 Schedule | Future Schedules
| 2009 Final | Pac-10 | Overall |
| Oregon | 8-1 | 10-3 |
| Arizona | 6-3 | 8-5 |
| Oregon State | 6-3 | 8-5 |
| Stanford | 6-3 | 8-5 |
| USC | 5-4 | 9-4 |
| California | 5-4 | 8-5 |
| Washington | 4-5 | 5-7 |
| UCLA | 3-6 | 7-6 |
| Arizona State | 2-7 | 4-8 |
| Washington State | 0-9 | 1-11 |
| AP Final | BCS Regular Season | |||
| 1 | Alabama (60) | 1 | Alabama | |
| 2 | Texas | 2 | Texas | |
| 3 | Florida | 3 | TCU | |
| 4 | Boise State | 4 | Cincinnati | |
| 5 | Ohio State | 5 | Florida | |
| 6 | TCU | 6 | Boise State | |
| 7 | Iowa | 7 | Oregon | |
| 8 | Cincinnati | 8 | Ohio State | |
| 9 | Penn State | 9 | Georgia Tech | |
| 10 | Virginia Tech | 10 | Iowa |
| Offense | Defense | ||
| LT | Matt Kalil | SDE | Armond Armstead |
| LG | Khaled Holmes | NT | Christian Tupou |
| C | Kris O'Dowd | DT | Jurrell Casey |
| RG | Butch Lewis | WDE | Nick Perry |
| RT | Matt Kalil | SLB | Devon Kennard |
| TE | Rhett Ellison | MLB | Chris Galippo |
| SE | Brice Butler | WLB | Malcolm Smith |
| FL | Ronald Johnson | CB | Shareece Wright |
| RB | Allen Bradford | SS | T.J. McDonald |
| FB | Stanley Havili | FS | Drew McAllister |
| QB | Matt Barkley | CB | T.J. Bryant |
Depth Chart | Class & Position Chart
Name Roster | Number Roster | Geo Roster
Coaching Staff
| 2010 Recruiting Class | ||
| QB | Jesse Scroggins | Lakewood, CA |
| RB | D.J. Morgan | Woodland Hill, CA |
| WR | Dillon Baxter | San Diego, CA |
| WR | Robert Woods | Gardena, CA |
| WR | Kyle Prater | Hillsdale, IL |
| WR | Markeith Ambles | McDonough, GA |
| TE | Xavier Grimble | Las Vegas, NV |
| TE | Randall Telfer | Rancho Cucamonga, CA |
| TE | Christian Thomas | Palmdale, CA |
| OL | Seantrel Henderson | St. Paul, MN |
| OL | Giovanni Di Poalo | Ventura, CA |
| DT | George Uko | Chino, CA |
| DE | Marquis Jackson | Santa Clarita, CA |
| LB | Hayes Pullard | Los Angeles, CA |
| LB | Glen Stanley | Ocala, FL |
| LB | Soma Vainuku | Eureka, CA |
| S | Patrick Hall | Oxnard, CA |
| S | Dion Bailey | Lakewood, CA |
| CB | Demetrius Wright | Corona, CA |
| CB | Anthony Brown | Fontana, CA |
| CB | Nickell Robey | Frostproof, GA |
Recruit Watch List | Class & Position Chart
