Thoughts on a Rough Season-Opener for the USC Trojans

Trojans Boogie Ellis, #5, drives past Eagles Isaiah Thompson, #11, during first half action at Galen Center Monday, November 7, 2022. The USC Trojans hosted the Florida Golf Coast Eagles in the season opener. (Photo by David Crane/MediaNews Group/Los Ange — Trojans Boogie Ellis, #5, drives past Eagles Isaiah Thompson, #11, during first half action at Galen Center Monday (Photo by David Crane/MediaNews Group/Los Angeles Daily News via Getty Images)

After the humiliating and humbling loss to Florida Gulf Coast, I’ll start with the good news.

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.