Eric Musselman, known as the Muss Bus, has been officially announced as the new head coach for USC, a move that has been met with positive remarks from both the university's athletic director, Jen Cohen, and president, Carol Folt. Cohen highlighted Musselman's proven track record of developing winning programs and his unwavering commitment to a culture of excellence as key reasons for his appointment. Folt described the hiring as "a giant leap" for the university, particularly in the context of USC's transition into the Big Ten Conference. The decision is seen as a significant boost for college basketball on the West Coast, with expectations that Musselman's energetic approach will revitalize USC's basketball program.
USC confident energetic Eric Musselman can give basketball program sorely needed boost https://t.co/pOajs6Npc0
USC president Carol Folt called Eric Musselman’s hire “a giant leap” into the Big Ten.
Eric Musselman to USC is exactly what college basketball on the West Coast needs. https://t.co/A1bpYN6TFj
The Muss Buss is coming to USC: https://t.co/4dkKm4ND1s
USC AD Jen Cohen said that Eric Musselman’s “track record of building winning programs and his unwavering commitment to a culture of excellence make him the perfect fit for USC.” https://t.co/YLxnKevNyE
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