The No. 19 USC Trojans return to the Galen Center on Thursday night looking for a reset. After a humbling loss to the No. 1 UConn Huskies, USC closes out its 2025 home slate with a favorable non-conference matchup against Cal Poly, one that offers both a confidence boost and a valuable tune-up before a demanding road stretch to kick off Big Ten conference play. When: Thursday, Dec. 18 at 7:00 p.m. PT Where: Los Angeles, California | Galen Center TV: B1G+ Radio: USC Radio Network Saturday’s 79–51 loss to top-ranked UConn was USC’s first home defeat of the season and a reminder of how thin the margin is against elite competition. The Trojans struggled offensively, scoring just 17 first-half points, but the effort wasn’t without positives. Sophomore Kennedy Smith delivered her most complete performance of the season with 16 points, seven rebounds, and three steals. Freshman Jazzy Davidson added 10 points, four rebounds, and four blocks, continuing to show her two-way impact. Londynn Jones chipped in 14 points,
