The USC Trojans may have had a tough 2025-2026 season, but there's a new energy brewing in Los Angeles. With a roster overhaul that has fans buzzing, the team is gearing up for a fresh start in the 2026-2027 Big Ten campaign. While the season is still months away, the conference matchups were unveiled on Tuesday, giving us a first look at the road ahead.

In a familiar twist, USC will renew its West Coast rivalries, facing UCLA, Oregon, and Washington twice each—once at the Galen Center and once on the road. These games always bring extra intensity, and with the Trojans' revamped squad, they promise to be must-watch battles.

The remaining 14 Big Ten teams will each face USC once, with seven home games and seven away contests. This season, the Galen Center will host Iowa, Michigan, Michigan State, Minnesota, Ohio State, Penn State, and Wisconsin. Meanwhile, the Trojans will hit the road to take on Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Nebraska, Northwestern, Purdue, and Rutgers. This balanced schedule ensures that every Big Ten team visits Los Angeles at least once every two years, and USC travels to each conference venue just as often.

As the countdown to tip-off begins, fans can expect the full schedule—including nonconference games—to be released later. For now, the stage is set for what could be a defining season for the Trojans, and we can't wait to see how this upgraded roster performs under the bright lights.