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USC Baseball Coach Andy Stankiewicz Sends Strong Message After Historic Start

The No. 20 USC Trojans kept their perfect season alive Sunday. USC defeated the Illinois Fighting Illini 5-3 at Dedeaux Field to improve to 15-0, matching the best start in program history, originally set by the 1988 Trojans.

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USC Trojans Baseball Tie 38-Year Old Record With Historic Start

The USC Trojans are on the verge of making program history after completing the sweep over Illinois with a 5-3 victory in the series finale. With the win, the Trojans have tied their best start ever, matching the 1988 team's start of a 15-0 record.

USC Trojans News / SwimSwam / March 8

Andrew Maksymowski (2026) Staying in So Cal; Flips Commitment to USC Trojans

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 8

USC Trojans Star Freshman Already Turning Heads in Practice

The USC Trojans have officially started spring practices, and freshman cornerback Elbert Hill is already making highlight plays. The Trojans social media team posted a video of Hill intercepting a pass, and the freshman showed off his speed and awareness before coming down with what appears to be an overthrown ball.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 8

Notable Recruits Who Visited USC This Past Week for Spring Practice

Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star cornerback Danny Lang is a high priority target for the USC Trojans in the 2027 cycle. And because of he lives very close to campus, the local blue-chip prospect was at three of the four spring practices this past week.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / March 8

Eric Musselman Gets Real On USC's Home-Court Advantage After UCLA Loss

The UCLA Bruins put more salt in the wounds of what has been a disaster finish to the regular season for the USC Trojans, handing them their seventh consecutive loss.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 8

USC Trojans' Pitching Duo Leading the Way For Historic Start

The USC Trojans are rolling on the diamond. Although the Trojans' offense deserves their fair share of credit, it's been their pitching that has been the x-factor to their early success this season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 8

USC Trojans Baseball On the Verge of History

The USC Trojans baseball team’s historic undefeated start to the 2026 season continues. The Trojans are now 14-0 following a second consecutive 4-0 shutout win over the Illinois Fighting Illini.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 7

USC Coach Lindsay Gottlieb Shares Her Assessment of Jazzy Davidson's Injury

USC freshman guard Jazzy Davidson suffered a right shoulder injury Thursday during the Trojans’ 76-64 loss to the Washington Huskies in the second round of the 2026 Big Ten Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 7

USC Trojans Making a Strong Push for Coveted Cornerback Recruit

Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star cornerback Danny Lang made the short trip to USC on Tuesday morning, arriving on campus with his dad at 6 a.m. PT to talk with numerous people on the staff.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 7

Biggest Observations from USC Trojans' Third Spring Practice

LOS ANGELES - Several USC players expressed their excitement coming out of the locker room as the Trojans had their first padded practice on Friday, March 6.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / March 6

Lincoln Riley's Biggest Hire Turning Heads for USC

The USC Trojans made a splash this offseason with the hiring of defensive coordinator Gary Patterson. Patterson is most well-known for his 20-plus years as the head coach for the TCU Horned Frogs from 2000-2021.

King Miller News / USC Trojans on SI / March 6

USC Running Back King Miller Reveals Heartwarming Reason for New Jersey Number

USC Trojans running back King Miller is switching his jersey number from No. 30 to No. 8, and revealed the reason for his decision was to honor his father.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 6

USC Trojans Hosting Key Offensive Line Recruit

Cherry Creek (Colo.) four-star interior offensive line recruit Jackson Roper is set to make his first trip to USC on Saturday, March 7 as the Trojans wrap up their first week of spring practice. The Trojans offered Roper in earlier February and will kickoff a very busy spring itinerary for the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 6

USC Trojans Defensive End Kameryn Crawford Names Standout Freshman

As the USC Trojans' spring practices are underway, new faces and returning stars get to share the field for the first time. For defensive end Kameryn Crawford, he gets to practice alongside the nation's top defensive end recruit, per Rivals, Luke Wafle.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 5

Alex Graham's Dramatic Transformation Turns Heads at USC Spring Ball

The USC Trojans began spring practice this week and from first glance one thing has been apparent, they look different as a team. One player that has stood out is redshirt freshman defensive back Alex Graham, showing the effect of strength and conditioning coach Trumain Carroll, who joined the staff last May, is very real.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 5

USC Defensive Lineman Floyd Boucard Playing With A Chip On His Shoulder

Star defensive lineman Floyd Boucard's first season with the USC Trojans never unfolded the way he envisioned. Injuries disrupted the rhythm of his freshman campaign, limiting his opportunities just as he was beginning to flash the disruptive talent that made him a highly regarded recruit.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 5

Effect of USC's Loss, Jazzy Davidson Injury Will Be Felt in NCAA Tournament Seeding

Looking to make a run in the Big Ten Tournament and potentially improve their seed heading into the NCAA Tournament, the USC Trojans fell flat in their

College Football News / Athlon Sports / March 5

USC Predicted to Lose 4-Star In-State Recruit to Big Ten Rival

After a 9-4 season, USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley continues to make waves on the recruiting trail. While holding the top-rated 2026 cycle, he's looking to replicate that success with the 2027 recruiting class.

Braylan Shelby News / USC Trojans on SI / March 5

This USC Defensive Star Is Embracing Leadership Role in Rebuilding Defense

USC Trojans defensive end Braylan Shelby enters the 2026 season with a new responsibility: leadership. The senior pass rusher is now one of the most experienced players on a defense undergoing a significant transition.

Gilbert Arenas News / Larry Brown Sports / March 2

Gilbert Arenas is not happy with USC basketball

Gilbert Arenas is not happy with USC’s basketball program, which could call his son’s future into question. Arenas was sharply critical of the Trojans over the departure of guard Chad Baker-Mazara over the weekend.

USC Trojans News / College Sports Only / March 2

USC Basketball Player’s Marathon Career Finally Comes To An End

After going through five schools in six seasons of college basketball, Chad Baker-Mazara’s wild collegiate career suddenly ended with a bizarre injury and an announcement that the guard had left the program.

Makai Lemon News / Larry Brown Sports / March 2

NFL teams concerned by USC wide receiver’s bizarre draft combine interviews

Projected first-round pick Makai Lemon reportedly damaged his draft stock significantly after teams heard him speak at the NFL draft combine. The USC wide receiver was the talk of the combine for the wrong reasons.