The Times of Troy: USC women’s basketball team deals with transfer portal losses
Hi, everyone! Welcome back to the Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, your USC beat writer with The Times, here to assure you that…
The Times of Troy: Nico Iamaleava saga is a cautionary tale in the NIL era
Hi, everyone! Welcome to the Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, your USC beat writer, back once again to bemoan the slow-motion car crash…
The Times of Troy: This week could mark the start of a new NIL era
Hi, everyone! Welcome back to The Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, the USC beat writer at The Times. We’re nearing the end of…
The Times of Troy: The questions you should be asking as spring USC football begins
Hi, everyone! Welcome back to the Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, the USC beat writer at The Times, and while March Madness rolls…
USC women sure they can rebound from Big Ten tournament heartbreak
Hi, everyone! Welcome back to the Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, your USC beat writer, here to wish a hearty and happy March…
The Times of Troy: Despite record, Eric Musselman’s first season as USC coach was a success
Hi, everyone, and welcome back to the Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, your USC beat writer at The Times, coming to you from…
The Times of Troy: JuJu Watkins is the star, but USC knows it takes a team to win the title
Hello, hello, and welcome to another week of the Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, your USC beat writer at the Times, here to…
The Times of Troy: Why canceling the spring football game isn’t as bad as you might think
Hi, everyone! Welcome back for another week of The Times of Troy newsletter. This time, it’s a special birthday edition. I’m Ryan Kartje, your USC…
The Times of Troy: JuJu Watkins was the star of an epic movie, but it was real life
Hi, everyone! Welcome back to the Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, the Times’ USC beat writer, and I’ve been buzzing ever since Thursday’s…
The Times of Troy: Chad Bowden’s arrival has shifted the power dynamics for USC football
Hi, everyone! Welcome back to another edition of the Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, your USC beat writer at the L.A. Times, and…
The Times of Troy: Here’s how the USC men can make the NCAA tournament
Hi, everyone! I’m Ryan Kartje, and welcome back to The Times of Troy newsletter, where we’re still reeling from a wild week for basketball in…
The Times of Troy: USC men’s basketball team still has some things to figure out
Hi, everyone! I’m Ryan Kartje, the Times’ USC beat writer. It’s been a long few weeks for all of us. But after a week of…
USC names NFL veteran Rob Ryan its new linebackers coach
With its rising star defensive coordinator secured, USC filled the final vacancy on its defensive staff Saturday, naming a longtime NFL defensive coordinator with 35…
The Times of Troy: Sense of dread over the fires affected USC’s sports teams
Hi, everyone! I’m Ryan Kartje, the Times’ USC beat writer. It’s been a devastating week for all of Los Angeles, and our thoughts here at…
The Times of Troy: A look at some of USC’s brighter moments in 2024
Hello, my name is Iliana Limón Romero, and I’m the assistant managing editor for sports at the Los Angeles Times. I’m filling in for Ryan…
The Times of Troy: Five thoughts on USC’s first week of the transfer portal
Hello again, and welcome back to another week of the Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, the USC beat writer at The Times and…
The Times of Troy: The next month is key for these six Trojans
Hi, everyone! I’m Ryan Kartje, your USC beat writer at The Times, reporting to you in the aftermath of the first 12-team College Football Playoff…
The Times of Troy: At the end of Year 3, USC has yet to find its identity under Lincoln Riley
Hi, everyone! I’m Ryan Kartje, the USC beat writer at the L.A. Times, reporting to you from the final days of another frustrating USC football…
USC vs. Notre Dame: D’Anton Lynn’s defense faces its toughest test
When D’Anton Lynn inherited one of the worst defenses in college football, the expectation was that even a middling performance would make a major difference…
UCLA coach DeShaun Foster says staffer apologized for penalty
After further review, DeShaun Foster has reversed his stance on one central figure in the halftime brouhaha during the crosstown rivalry game.The UCLA coach acknowledged…