Cypress
LATEST NEWS
USC AD Cohen exploring 'every possible' model for athlete revenue sharing
USC AD Jennifer Cohen said that she “needed more clarity before discussing any specifics about how USC would handle the revenue-sharing cap" but assured that “every possible model is being explored," according to Ryan Kartje of the L.A. TIMES. Cohen cannot "say much right now" about the school’s plans for sharing revenue with its athletes as the final details of the House settlement and revised NCAA rules structure are still being negotiated. Kartje notes USC “certainly hasn’t hesitated to pour money into athletics in recent years,” beginning with its “splashy hire” of football coach Lincoln Riley. New athletics facilities “continue to sprout across campus," including a $38M stadium for women’s soccer and lacrosse that is expected to open next fall. A three-level football performance center and “gleaming practice field" will be ready in 2026, followed by a "repositioned" baseball complex to replace Dedeaux Field. When asked if she expected those future expenses to "put a strain on USC’s athletics operation,” Cohen said that the department has “work to do” but is “well positioned to manage the landscape change.” Kartje adds of course, a new conference and the “promise of a massive media rights payout” -- worth between $50M and $70M more per year than the Pac-12 distributed in its final season -- should “help ease that transition.” Cohen mentioned that USC will “put every option on the table before we draw any lines” (L.A. TIMES, 7/22).
THREE GUEST, PACKED HOUSE KENNY CHESNEY ROCKS SOFI STADIUM
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Twenty-four shows into a summer that’s seen the songwriter/superstar from East Tennessee shattering attendance records, besting his own numbers and often moving his stage all the way to the back wall, Kenny Chesney hit Los Angeles like a favorite son come home. Without missing a beat, he moved from a high velocity “Living in Fast Forward” to a surging medley of “Beer In Mexico,” “Keg In The Closet” and guitar-forward “KC/DC,” then a double time “Here And Now” as he returned to SoFi Stadium. The only country act – and second overall to the Rolling Stones – to bring two tours through the Inglewood, Calif.-based venue, the crowd was up and ready for whatever the night might hold.
After Swearing He Would Leave ‘Ridiculous’ U.S. Two Years Ago, Ozzy Osbourne Is Still Living In L.A.
Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne tried to explain why they still live the U.S. years after promising to leave. During an episode of their family podcast, The Osbournes, the couple discussed Ozzy’s health and their delayed plans to relocate back to England. “Well, we’re trying to get on a flight,”...
Richard Simmons' staff reveals his final photo and message to fans: 'We thought you'd want to see it'
Richard Simmons has one final message for the world. On Saturday, the staff of the late celebrity fitness icon took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the last social media post he'd planned to publish before his death on July 13. “Richard worked very hard on his posts for you,”...
Salma Hayek Wears A Skintight Floral Dress At Miley Cyrus’ Gucci Bash In LA
Salma Hayek brought a burst of floral flair to the summer celebration event hosted by Gucci and Miley Cyrus at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles on Thursday. The Frida actress stunned in a figure-hugging midi dress featuring a floral print panel on ...
How USC’s Eric Musselman Sees the Impact of NIL on College Basketball
USC head coach Eric Musselman reflects on the impact of NIL regulations on college hoops, highlighting the opportunities it offers players regardless of their status. NIL regulations have transformed the college sports landscape. Student-athletes can now attract endorsements based on their social media presence. Yes, But. Not every player will...
3 men get decades in jail for robbery, fatal shooting of L.A. police officer
Three members of a South Los Angeles street gang were sentenced in connection with the robbery and fatal shooting of an off-duty Los Angeles Police Department officer who was house shopping with his girlfriend two years ago, officials announced late last week. The deadly encounter unfolded on the night of Jan. 10, 2022, as […]
ESPN: L.A. Coliseum among Top 25 college football stadiums
ESPN ranked the Top 25 college football stadiums on Sunday, USC's iconic L.A. Memorial Coliseum cracking the list. The Coliseum, established in 1923, checked in at No. 22, just head of Appalachian State's Kidd Brewer Stadium. One of the few sports venues designated as a National Historic Landmark, the Los...
Three Southland players win big money in the CA Lottery
Three Southland lottery players will remember the hot days of July for more than the scorching temperatures. The really big money winner will collect a SuperLotto Plus jackpot of $54 million from last night’s draw. The winning numbers are 11, 13, 14, 15, 46, and the Mega ball 5. The ticket with all those hot digits was sold at the 7-Eleven, 301 Cottonwood Street in Woodland Hills.
Dodgers Rumored to Reunite with Justin Turner for Third Base Reinforcement
Dodgers insider reignites hopes of a Justin Turner reunion through a trade deadline tweet, with third base becoming a primary concern for the team due to Max Muncy's prolonged absence. The Rays' Isaac Paredes and the Reds' Jeimer Candelario are potential options for the Dodgers at third base. Justin Turner...
UCLA Football: How to Watch Big Ten Media Day This Week
UCLA football will make its introduction into the Big Ten Conference this week during Big Ten Media Day at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN. Big Ten Media Day will take place from July 23-25, and UCLA will speak on Wednesday, July 24. This will be the first time that the Big Ten meets up since conference realignment with four former Pac-12 teams joining the conference. UCLA will officially join the Big Ten on August 2. The Bruins will face their first Big Ten opponent as members of the conference on Sep. 14, when they host Indiana at the Rose...
Venice Paparazzi was on the scene at the inaugural Venice Beach Run Conquer the Pier. View pics!
It was a great morning for a run! The Venice Beach Run Conquer the Pier event kicked off at 8:30 a.m. at the end of the Venice Pier. A nice cool marine layer covered the 5k course, which went from the end of the pier to the beach, then north on the boardwalk to Rose Ave, turned around and came back, finishing at the end of the pier. There was also a 1k that started at 10:00 a.m. at Muscle Beach Gym, and ran down to Washington Blvd. and then up the pier to the finish line.
90 Day Fiance’s Nicole Returns to Instagram After Domestic Violence Incident
90 Day Fiancé star Nicole Sherbiny returned to social media after taking a months-long break. On July 20, Nicole, 41, announced she was opening her own clothing boutique in Los Angeles, California called Maude and Aster. The reality star shared the store’s logo and advertised a storewide sale on Instagram. She also included several shots...
"Some voices got high, some furniture got moved" - AC Green on how the Kobe vs. Shaq feud was handled by the Lakers' veterans
AC Green on how the 'veteran group' decided to reconcile the fractured relationship of Shaq and Kobe when the pair refused to see eye-to-eye.
Brian Windhorst: ‘I wouldn’t rule out Jonas Valanciunas eventually ending up on the Lakers’
Earlier this offseason, veteran big man Jonas Valanciunas was among numerous players linked to the Los Angeles Lakers when superstar forward LeBron James was considering signing a team-first contract to help the franchise. Unfortunately, the Lakers weren’t able to use the opportunity to make an impactful addition. Afterward, James did...
Kobe Bryant on why Jerry Buss picked him over Shaq in 2004: "You got to bet on the horse that you know is obsessive about what they do"
Kobe Bryant said it was only right that Dr. Jerry Buss picked him over Shaquille O'Neal because he cared more about winning championships than Shaq.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.