Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt addresses low USC home opener attendance

Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt attributed the sparse attendance at the USC home opener against the San Jose State Spartans to the local climate. Images of the mostly empty Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum circulated on social media following the game, which featured a 94-degree kickoff temperature. Klatt characterized Southern California residents as unaccustomed to extreme weather, noting that temperatures exceeding 90 degrees deter fans from attending outdoor events. USC’s athletic department issued a formal statement acknowledging the attendance concerns and expressed a desire for a more electric atmosphere at future games. The program expects a larger crowd for the upcoming matchup against the Fresno State Bulldogs. The team previously cited various factors for the turnout, including the early-season schedule and the specific kickoff time.

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