USC football fans to brave extreme heat Saturday at Coliseum for Trojans' season opener
Coliseum officials are taking steps to keep fans cool during Saturday's USC Trojans season opener, with the game-time temperature expected to be about 91 degrees.
Fans of the USC Trojans football team are set to endure sweltering temperatures for Saturday's season opener at the Coliseum, with game-time temperatures forecasted to reach around 91 degrees. The Trojans will face off against San Jose State in what promises to be a hotly contested match. Unfortunately, limited shade options are available within the Coliseum seating bowl, prompting stadium officials to issue a warning to attendees.
To combat the heat, several measures have been implemented for Saturday's game. Free cups of ice will be available at permanent concession stands, and cool-air fans will be running at all entrance gates. A shaded tent with seating has been set up at First Aid Gate 1, while shaded areas can be found at Heritage Concourse (Level 1) and Olympic Plaza. Bags of ice are conveniently located at Guest Experience locations, including Gates 1, 11, 23, and Upper Concourse 17.
UCS officials have advised fans against consuming alcohol, coffee, or soft drinks, urging them to wear light-colored, lightweight clothing, apply sunscreen, and wear sunglasses. It's essential that attendees notify event staff immediately if they experience any signs of heat illness.
Currently, USC is favored by 39 points over San Jose State. The Trojans had a successful 2025 season, concluding with a 9-4 record, but suffered a heartbreaking 30-27 defeat to TCU in the Alamo Bowl. San Jose State, on the other hand, struggled during the previous season, finishing with a 3-9 record.
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