Through a recent NIL opportunity, House of Victory connected student-athletes from Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Men’s Water Polo and Men’s Swimming with Swim with Mike Foundation for their annual fundraiser on USC’s campus. While the aquatic athletes participated in the traditional Swim with Mike event, Men’s and Women’s Basketball athletes participated in the ninth edition of the Swim with Mike Wheelchair Basketball Tournament.

“The Swim with Mike Wheelchair Basketball Tournament was fun to be a part of simply because it gave me an opportunity to experience my sport in a different light,” said freshman guard Kennedy Smith. “It helps create a sense of belonging and community for players with disabilities. It was so fun to see and be a part of!”

Through it all, there were high-fives all around, cheers and of course at the end, a trophy presentation for the winning team. But win, lose or tie, the Swim with Mike Wheelchair Basketball Tournament was an opportunity for athletes of every ability to get involved and be a part of something special.

Your tax-deductible gift to House of Victory Foundation provides opportunities like this for our athletes to support deserving local organizations.

A LEGEND WITH HUMBLE ORIGINS

Basketball season may have come to an end, but the Women of Troy continue to make waves on and off the court. From the WNBA Draft, to racking up honors, these ladies really can do it all.

Congratulations to our very own Kiki Iriafen and Rayah Marshall for being selected in the 2025 WNBA Draft! Though their time in the Cardinal and Gold has come to a close, the Trojan Family will continue to cheer them on as they take the next step in their basketball careers.

All-Everything superstar JuJu Watkins continues to rack up the national accolades and awards. She is one of one, and she’s just getting started.

ICYMI: House of Victory has continued to partner with The Peristyle Podcast to bring fans behind-the-scenes access and in-depth conversations with our Football athletes as they gear up for the fall. In the most recent episodes, defensive lineman Jah Jarrett and cornerback DJ Harvey sat down to share how their first few months at USC have gone.

The momentum continues to build towards the fall, and beyond, as USC has secured the No. 1 2026 recruiting class, with new commitments continuing to roll in. USC is THE PLACE TO BE. A special shoutout and thank you to Kyle Mann and Friends for making another contribution that puts the country on notice and helps USC coaches and staff recruit and retain top-tier talent. Make your commitment today and help keep USC THE PLACE TO BE.

SUPPLY CHAIN EXCELLENCE

The Trojans’ are heating up, with five consecutive Big Ten series wins, with the most recent one coming on the road against Penn State. Offensive fire power and strong pitching from the starters and the bullpen have been key to the Trojans’ continued success.

One of the Trojans’ brightest stars, two-way player Ethan Hedges joined the Dedeaux Download podcast to talk about the challenges, and fun of being a two-way player and how the Trojans have continued to impress.

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