USC issues statement regarding poor attendance at home opener
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Key Points:
- USC's home opener for the college football season saw unusually low attendance, with the crowd barely filling a wooden horse, prompting concern among fans and officials.
- The announced attendance was 51,144, the lowest during coach Lincoln Riley's tenure, and the sparse crowd was notable given the iconic status of the Coliseum.
- USC issued a statement acknowledging the low turnout, attributing it partly to the extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 94 degrees and a real feel of 104, and expressed hope for increased attendance in future games.
- The Coliseum, known for hosting major events like Super Bowls and serving as home to NFL teams, appeared more like a spring game venue during the opener.
- USC's next home game against Fresno State on Friday night is seen as an opportunity to improve attendance and restore the game-day atmosphere.
