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USC Trojans Should Treat Next Season as Final Four or Bust

It’s never a fun sight watching your biggest rival win the national championship, and that’s exactly what USC Trojans fans experienced on Sunday as the confetti fell on the UCLA Bruins women’s basketball team.

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USC Trojans Early Ranking for 2026-27 Has Fans Talking

The UCLA Bruins defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 79-51 on Sunday to capture their first national championship in program history, as the 2025-26 women’s

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / April 5

USC Trojans Take a Huge Leap in Early 2026-27 Rankings

The UCLA Bruins defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 79-51 on Sunday to capture their first national championship in program history, as the 2025-26 women’s

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 5

USC Trojans' Waymond Jordan's New NIL Deal Signals Big Expectations for Injury Return

USC Trojans running back Waymond Jordan is already building momentum for 2026 before even returning to the field. After an injury-shortened season, Jordan has signed a major NIL deal with Panini America, signaling both his marketability and his expected on-field impact.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 5

This Four-Star Linebacker Recruit Could Be USC Trojans Next Breakout Star

USC fans are beaming with excitement over the Trojans 2026 No. 1-ranked recruiting class that is set to arrive at a critical point in coach Lincoln Riley’s coaching tenure.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 5

USC Trojans Add to Recruiting Buzz During Final Week of Spring Practice

The USC Trojans hosted an impressive list of elite recruits from multiple recruiting classes this past week as they wrapped up spring practice. For the second consecutive spring, the Trojans have gone on a heater on the recruiting trail and currently own the No.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / April 5

Lincoln Riley Gets Real As Prized USC Freshmen Turn Heads Early

USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans have wrapped up their spring football practices. However, one key trend emerged in regards to the prized freshmen class, which is the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 4

Four-Star Recruit Jordan Hicks Doesn't Hold Back After Spring Visit to USC

Class of 2028 Mission Viejo (Calif.) four-star cornerback Jordan Hicks returned to USC for this second time this month with his parents. “It was a great overall experience," Hicks said.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 4

Intel From USC's 14th Spring Practice as Freshman Class Shines

The USC Trojans hit the practice field for the 14th time on Friday in front of a massive group of recruits for a few upcoming classes. Here is some feedback and intel from practice and a recruiting update on a few top prospects.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / April 4

Lincoln Riley Reveals Which Position Groups Have Impressed Him Most in the Spring

While USC star wide receivers Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane both leave behind remarkable college careers, the Trojans enter a pivotal 2026 season confident

Oregon, USC in Recruiting Battle For Elite California Recruit

There appears to be another west coast recruiting battle in the works between the Oregon Ducks and USC Trojans for class of 2029 recruit, athlete Kuika Moaalii.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 3

USC Trojans Host Star-Studded List of Recruits for 14th Spring Practice

The USC Trojans saw a star-studded list of recruits make their way to practice on Friday, April 3, as they begin to close out spring ball. USC was hot on the recruiting trail in the 2026 cycle, a class that finished No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 3

Lincoln Riley Gets Real About Jayden Maiava's Growth at USC

During his time as the team's starting quarterback, Jayden Maiava has emerged as a leader for the USC Trojans on the field and off. In his full season as the starting quarterback for the Trojans, Maiava led USC to a 9-4 overall record and led the Big Ten in passing, throwing for 3,711 yards, 24 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions.

College Basketball (W) News / ESPN / April 3

USC's Watkins nearing end of rehab on knee

USC star JuJu Watkins is getting closer to the end of her rehab from a knee injury.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 3

Preseason Numbers Don't Love USC's College Football Playoff Chances

USC football has been trending upwards as of late with hype around the upcoming freshman class and continued success on the 2027 recruiting trail. But the preseason numbers are not nearly as enthusiastic about what coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans have been building over past couple of months.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 3

USC Trojans Catching the Attention of Four-Star Wide Receiver Recruit

Provo (Utah) Timpview four-star receiver Dennis Tua’one is one of the top athletes in the 2028 cycle. The two-way star from Utah is highly coveted across the country and the USC Trojans recently put themselves in the mix on Monday when they extended an offer.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 2

USC Trojans Recruiting Momentum Surging Through the Spring

The USC Trojans have been hot in recruiting as of late. In the month of March, USC received two of the top 10 commitments in the country according to Rivals. In March, USC received the commitments from five-star athlete Honor Fa’alave-Johnson and four-star cornerback Danny Lang.

College Football News / Yardbarker / April 3

Lincoln Riley, USC steal elite Louisiana athlete from LSU, other SEC powerhouses

Lincoln Riley and his staff have pulled an intriguing athlete from deep in the heart of southwest Louisiana.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 2

USC Trojans Recruiting Class Gets a Boost With New Commit

The success on the recruiting trail continues for coach Lincoln Riley and the USC Trojans. On Thursday, the Trojans landed Hamilton Christian Academy ATH Javon Vital Jr.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 2

Lincoln Riley Reveals Which Freshman Offensive Linemen Are Standing Out

USC Trojans center Kilian O'Connor has limited during spring practice, opening the door for USC coach Lincoln Riley and his staff to experiment with different combinations along the offensive line.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 1

The Value USC's Gary Patterson Can Provide Lincoln Riley

The USC Trojans made a splash this offseason by hiring Gary Patterson to be their next defensive coordinator. Defense has been the biggest issue for USC coach Lincoln Riley’s teams since he took over at the helm in 2022.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 1

USC Trojans Shift Attention to Preparing for Challenging Big Ten Schedule

With spring training camp coming to a close, the USC Trojans now shift their focus from building internal development to facing their external reality.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 1

USC Trojans Five-Star Recruit Saniyah Hall Makes Bold Prediction for Freshman Season

Before even playing a single game in the Galen Center, USC Trojans five-star recruit Saniyah Hall is already setting high expectations for her freshman season in Southern California next season.

College Baseball News / Just Baseball / April 1

Big Ten Series Preview: USC @ UCLA

It’s rivalry weekend in Pasadena as the #12 USC Trojans travel to face off against the #1 UCLA Bruins in a clash of Big Ten heavyweights. The Trojans, led by spectacular pitching on the backs of Mason Edwards and Grant Govel, will look to make a statement.

USC Trojans News / Sneakers on SI / March 30

Saniyah Hall on OIKOS, Jordan Brand, and Future at USC

At just 17 years old, Saniyah Hall is already a hoops legend. The top-ranked recruit in the country signed an NIL deal with Jordan Brand before her senior year of high school.