USC, a program that practically bleeds college football history, is absolutely plastered all over the USA TODAY Sports Readers’ Choice Awards ballot this week. Fans are getting the chance to shout out their favorites for everything from the best stadium to the ultimate game day experience, celebrating one of the sport’s most decorated programs. But hang on a minute, because there’s one HUGE, mind-boggling omission here that simply makes no sense for a team of this caliber. Seriously, what in the world are they thinking?
Trojans Stacked with Nominations… Almost
You’d expect a powerhouse like USC to be heavily represented, right? And they are, no doubt about it! The iconic Coliseum is a contender for best college football stadium. Then there’s USC itself, getting a well-deserved nod for best tailgating experience. Talk about getting the party started! How about that absolutely legendary drum major stabbing the field pregame? Yeah, that’s on the ballot for best walk-out tradition, a move that still gives you chills. The University of Southern California isn’t just about the gridiron either, they’re nominated for best college for sports fans, showing off that deep-rooted passion. And of course, Traveler, that magnificent white horse, is in the running for best mascot, which, let’s be honest, is a no-brainer. Plus, “Fight On” is rightly up for best fight song. That’s a serious lineup, showing just how much impact the Trojans have on the sport and its traditions.
The Spirit of Troy Snub Is a Total Head-Scratcher
Now for the real head-scratcher, the one that’ll have any true college football fan banging their head against a wall. The Spirit of Troy, universally known as “Hollywood’s Band,” is somehow, inexplicably, not on the list of nominees for best college marching band. Are you kidding me?! This isn’t just *a* band; this is *the* band with three iconic fight songs under their belt. We’re talking about a group that’s even dropped two platinum albums with none other than Fleetwood Mac! They’ve been at every single USC football game since 1987, mind you, with the only exception being that weird 2020 COVID season. These legends have performed at numerous massive events around the world, making their mark on a global scale. To leave “Hollywood’s Band” off this ballot? It’s not just an oversight, it’s a glaring omission that makes absolutely zero sense. USC fans have every single right to be absolutely furious about this, no doubt about it.
Even with this outrageous snub, fans still have a chance to show some serious love. While The Spirit of Troy isn’t getting the recognition they absolutely deserve, USC fans can still head over and vote for all the other categories where their beloved Trojans are rightly nominated. Go make your voices heard for the rest of the awards and let’s get those wins for the other nominations!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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