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USC history
A traditional national power in a stadium that has hosted the Olympic Games twice.
USC history
The Coliseum
The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum has been USC's home since 1923 and hosted the Olympic Games in 1932 and 1984, with a third turn scheduled. Few college venues carry that kind of history outside football itself.
Traveler, the white horse that circles the field after scores, has been a fixture since 1961 and is among the most recognizable traditions on the west coast.
USC history
A program built on stars
USC's history is unusually tied to individual players — a long line of Heisman winners and first-round picks, particularly at running back and quarterback, drawn from one of the richest recruiting markets in the country.
The move to the Big Ten reshaped the season. Conference games now mean regular travel east, while the recruiting position in Los Angeles remains as strong as ever.
FAQ
USC history questions
How old is the Coliseum?
USC has played there since 1923. The stadium has hosted the Olympic Games twice, in 1932 and 1984, with a third appearance scheduled.
Who is Traveler?
The white horse that circles the field after USC scores, a tradition at the Coliseum since 1961.
Why does USC play in the Big Ten?
USC left the Pac-12 in the realignment driven by media rights, which reshaped conference membership across the sport.
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