USC fires head coach Clay Helton two games in

By Scott Gross

Published September 17, 2021 12:07 AM

Helton let go after Saturday's loss to conference rival Stanford

LOS ANGELES, Calif. ( KYMA, KECY-TV) - USC fired head football coach Clay Helton on Monday following the Trojan's embarrassing 42-28 loss to Stanford last Saturday. The game was not as close as the final score indicates. The move comes two games into the 2021 season. Helton was under contract through the 2023 season. The Trojans, began the season with conference-title aspirations. Donte Williams will serve as the interim head coach. Williams joined the usc staff in 2020 as the cornerbacks coach and defensive pass game coordinator. Williams becomes the first black head coach in USC football history. USC travels to Washington State this Saturday.

Article Topic Follows: College Sports

Jump to comments ↓

Scott Gross

Scott Gross joins the KYMA team as the Anchor, CBS Sports Director, and Executive Producer.

Contact him at scott.gross@kecytv.com.

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KYMA KECY is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.