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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.

Lincoln Riley 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.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 1

Expectations Rise for USC Trojans Transfer Portal Addition Terrell Anderson

The USC Trojans brought in plenty of newcomers to the roster in an effort to get the program to its first College Football Playoff. From key transfer additions to impact freshmen, the Trojans didn't leave any stone unturned in their search to upgrade the roster.

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.