Breaking News: USC Hires Eric Musselman as Next Men’s Basketball Coach
Los Angeles, CA – The University of Southern California (USC) has hired Eric Musselman as its next men’s basketball coach, replacing Andy Enfield. The announcement was made by Athletic Director Mike Bohn on Thursday.
Experience and Accomplishments
Musselman is a highly respected coach with over two decades of experience at the collegiate level. Prior to joining USC, he was the head coach at Arkansas for four seasons, leading the Razorbacks to three NCAA Tournament appearances and a Sweet 16 berth in 2021.
Before Arkansas, Musselman was the head coach at Nevada for five seasons, where he guided the Wolf Pack to two Mountain West Conference regular-season championships and two NCAA Tournament appearances.
Vision and Expectations
In his introductory press conference, Musselman outlined his vision for the USC program:
“I am thrilled to be here. USC has a rich basketball tradition, and I am committed to restoring it to greatness.”
Musselman emphasized his desire to recruit top talent, develop players, and build a championship-caliber team.
USC’s Optimism
Athletic Director Mike Bohn expressed his excitement about Musselman’s hiring:
“Eric is a proven winner who brings a wealth of experience and success to our program. We are confident that he will lead our men’s basketball team to new heights.”
USC hopes that Musselman’s arrival will energize the program and attract top recruits, potentially returning the Trojans to their former glory days as a national powerhouse.
Looking Ahead
Eric Musselman officially takes over as USC’s men’s basketball coach immediately. He will begin recruiting, player development, and assembling a staff to lead the Trojans in the upcoming season.
The expectations are high at USC, and Musselman will face the challenge of revitalizing a program that has struggled in recent years. However, his proven track record and ambitious vision suggest that the Trojans may be on the cusp of a new era of basketball success.
