Countdown to Kickoff: 9 USC Returners to Remember

ErikTMcKinney

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We’re nine days away from the USC Trojans kicking off the 2022 season against Rice in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. We’re counting down these final few days with a Countdown to Kickoff series. It began with 10 Newcomers to Watch — players who weren’t on the roster last season whom USC fans will need to know this season. Today, we're looking at nine returning players USC fans will need to remember.

Garry Paskwietz (1966-2019)

Garry Paskwietz was a pioneer in bringing team-specific sports coverage to the internet. He founded WeAreSC in 1998 and was an Emmy winner for his work with Fox Sports West. Always generous with his time, knowledge, and compassion, he touched the lives of countless USC and high school football fans.