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In the unpredictable world of recruiting, it's great to get five-star prospects. But a team's success often comes down to coaching and player development.

Story | Conversation | January 23, 2013

Defensive tackle Leonard Williams is the latest in the long line of Florida freshman who have instantly made an impact at USC.

Story | Conversation | October 18, 2012

A look at the expected and unexpected performances throughout the first half of the season.

Story | Conversation | October 16, 2012

A look at how the newcomers on USC's roster have done during the first four games of 2012.

Story | Conversation | September 24, 2012

An easy victory gave USC Trojans coach Lane Kiffin a chance to empty the benches early against Hawaii, giving first-year players some valuable experience.

Story | Conversation | September 03, 2012

News, notes and nuggets from inside the USC lockeroom after Saturday's season-opening win against Hawaii

Story | Conversation | September 02, 2012

USC has had its share of defensive linemen come in as freshman and make an impact. Leonard Williams might be the next in line to do that.

Story | Conversation | August 25, 2012

USC Trojans wide receiver De'Von Flournoy ready to be a visible part of the offense

Story | Conversation | August 16, 2012

Summer workouts give USC's incoming players a chance to make a case for immediate playing time, with JC transfer safety Gerald Bowman and a pair of Floridians some Trojans to watch.

Story | Conversation | May 28, 2012

Rumors of the demise of USC's national recruiting prowess have been severely exaggerated, as the Trojans are flexing their national recruiting muscles.

Story | Conversation | May 21, 2012

After an uncharacteristic 8-3 season a year ago, Gardena (Calif.) Serra 2014 recruits Dwight Williams and Adoree' Jackson want to bring the Cavaliers another championship.

Story | Conversation | May 08, 2012

The Newhall (Calif.) Hart 2015 combination of quarterback Brady White and wide receiver Trenton Irwin sizzled for B2G Scorch in 7-on-7 play this past weekend.

Story | Conversation | May 07, 2012

Tee Martin has been on a nonstop recruiting tour of the Southeast during the spring evaluation period. Considering the emphasis Lane Kiffin puts on SEC country, that's a big show of confidence in the first-year assistant.

Story | Conversation | May 04, 2012

The Trojans have always valued recruits with positional versatility. With scholarship restrictions in effect, that quality is even more important for USC.

Story | Conversation | April 30, 2012

A look at the main exercises that USC's seven prospective draftees will face this week at the NFL scouting combine.

Story | Conversation | February 22, 2012

Steve Bisheff selects the best of the best from his 50 seasons of covering USC football.

Story | Conversation | February 20, 2012