USC Trojans face lawsuit from former donor over practice field demolition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 7:40 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The USC Trojans are being sued by former donor Brian Kennedy, who claims the university breached their agreement regarding the naming of their practice field. Kennedy alleges that his contributions, which included a $400,000 donation in the 1990s, have been undermined by the recent demolition of the practice field that bore his name. Tensions between Kennedy and USC have escalated, with the lawsuit citing reputational harm and emotional distress resulting from the university's actions. This legal dispute adds to a backdrop of administrative challenges for USC as they enter the upcoming college football season.
- •Brian Kennedy is suing USC for breaching their agreement.
- •Kennedy donated $400,000 in the 1990s for the practice field's naming.
- •The USC Trojans recently demolished Brian Kennedy Field.
- •Kennedy's lawsuit cites reputational harm and emotional distress.
- •Conflict signals potential issues for USC amid the upcoming football season.
- 7:40 PMYahoo Sports — USC Trojans sued by former donor over demolished practice field
"The USC Trojans are facing a lawsuit from former donor Brian Kennedy, with the California Post reporting the news on Wednesday.
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