Trumain Carroll seeks to implement his vision for USC football in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 12:34 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
As the 2026 college football season begins, Trumain Carroll aims to fully implement his strength and conditioning program for USC. Hired in spring 2025, Carroll had limited time to establish his training methods last season. With an entire offseason behind him, Carroll expects to see significant improvement in player development and team toughness, particularly on defense. His extended tenure has allowed him to align his strategies with the team's needs, making this season crucial for his vision.
- •Trumain Carroll was hired as USC's strength coach in spring 2025.
- •He had limited time to implement his program last season.
- •Carroll has spent over 15 months at USC ahead of the 2026 season.
- •The focus this year is on improving team toughness and defense.
- 12:34 PMYahoo Sports — USC season preview: This is the year Trumain Carroll's plan must work
"Trumain Carroll didn't have time to fully install his training program in 2025 since he was hired late in the offseason. 2026 is his time to shine
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