Gabriel Duarte

Gabriel Duarte

Residing in Los Angeles, Gabriel Duarte is a senior at Cal State Northridge and is pursuing a degree in broadcast journalism. Gabriel is passionate about college athletics and is a writer for USC Trojans on SI and Oregon Ducks on SI. Gabriel has covered many college sporting events around the Southern California area including basketball and football for USC. Gabriel also writes for his local newspaper on high school sports.

Nov 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; USC Trojans running back Woody Marks (4) rushes against the Washington Huskies during the first quarter at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
Football

Can USC Trojans Running Back Woody Marks Pass 1,000-Yard Mark?

USC running back Woody Marks has already rushed for a career-high 837 yards. With three games left in the season, can he crack the 1,000 yards? The last Trojan running back to do so was Ronald Jones.

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Oct 19, 2024; College Park, Maryland, USA;  Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley walks onto the field during the second half Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Football

USC Trojans Coach Lincoln Riley Reveals Recruiting Message Amid Rough Season

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley has been through a lot this season both on the field and off. The Trojans' recruiting class has seen some flips and de-commitments as the team sits at 4-5 with three games remaining.

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Oaks Christian edge Hayden Lowe posing for a photo at Miami. Former USC Trojans commit flipped to Miami
Football

Why Four-Star Hayden Lowe Flipped From USC Trojans To Miami Hurricanes, Mario Cristobal

USC Trojans took a big loss on the recruiting front with the de-commitment of an important four-star edge rusher. Hayden Lowe announced on social media that he has flipped from the Trojans to the Miami Hurricanes.

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Apr 1, 2024; Portland, OR, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lindsay Gottlieb questions a referee during the first half against the UConn Huskies in the finals of the Portland Regional of the NCAA Tournament at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
Basketball

USC Trojans Basketball Coach Lindsay Gottlieb Reaches 300 Career Wins In Huge Victory

The USC Trojans women's basketball team crushed the Cal State Northridge Matadors 124-39 as USC celebrated two big achievements during the win on Tuesday night at the Galen Center. USC superstar JuJu Watkins had possibly her best game yet in the early sea

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Sep 7, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans tight end Lake McRee (87) runs the ball against Utah State Aggies cornerback D.J. Graham II (4) during the second quarter at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images
Football

USC Trojans' Lake McRee Confident in Quarterback Jayden Maiava Before First Start

During the bye week, the USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley made a change at quarterback, benching Miller Moss in favor of Jayden Maiava. USC tight end Lake McRee revealed the confidence he has in the offense's new leader.

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Oct 20, 2023; Carrollton, GA, USA; Carrollton Trojans quarterback Julian Lewis (10) watches on from the sidelines against the Westlake Lions during the first half at Grisham Stadium. The 15-year-old Carrollton High student has already committed to playing for the University of Southern California Trojans and has been considered one of the top high school quarterback prospects. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images
Football

Will USC Trojans 5-Star Commit Julian Lewis Flip To Deion Sanders, Colorado Buffaloes?

The USC Trojans' crown jewel of the 2025 recruiting class, five-star quarterback Julian Lewis, is trending towards a flip to the Colorado Buffaloes and coach Deion Sanders after a recent visit. Can USC coach Lincoln Riley hold onto Lewis?

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USC Trojans guard JuJu Watkins (12) celebrates during a NCAA Women’s Tournament 2nd round game against the Kansas Jayhawks at Galen Center.
Basketball

USC Trojans JuJu Watkins Leads Women of Troy to 90-35 Win over Cal Poly

The USC Trojans women's basketball team, led by guard JuJu Watkins, followed up their season opener with a huge win over Cal Poly in their home opener at the Galen Center.

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Sep 1, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Southern California Trojans president Carol Folt (left) and athletic director Jen Cohen (Jennifer Cohen) attend the game against the LSU Tigers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Football

USC Trojans President Carol Folt Announces Resignation: New Era Begins

USC president Carol Folt announced on social media Friday morning that she would be stepping down as the university's president at the end of the current academic school. Folt left a mark on the athletic department in many different ways.

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Nov 4, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman cheers after the game against the Chattanooga Mocs at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Basketball

USC Trojans Basketball's Saint Thomas Predicts March Madness Run After 2-0 Start

The USC Trojans moved to 2-0 with a close win over Idaho State on Thursday night. The Trojans barely escaped out of the Galen Center with 75-69 win over the Bengals, however the win raises a lot more questions than gave answers.

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2026 quarterback Cole Leinart warming up before a game in 2023.
Football

USC Trojans Legend Matt Leinart's Son Commits To SMU: No Offer From Lincoln Riley?

Former USC legend Matt Leinart's son Cole, a three-star quarterback, has committed to SMU over Duke, Pittsburgh, and Colorado. Leinart does not currently hold an offer from his Dad's alma mater, USC and coach Lincoln Riley.

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Sep 21, 2024; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA;  USC Trojans quarterback Miller Moss (7) walks off the field after the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
Football

USC Trojans Lincoln Riley Addresses Miller Moss' Future: Transfer? Back-Up Quarterback?

USC Trojans Lincoln Riley benched starting quarterback Miller Moss in favor of sophomore Jayden Maiava. With one year of eligibility left, will Moss transfer from USC? Riley addresses Moss' future. Moss was recruited by Alabama, Oregon and Georgia, among

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Oct 20, 2023; Carrollton, GA, USA; Carrollton Trojans quarterback Julian Lewis (10) scrambles out of the pocket against the Westlake Lions during the first half at Grisham Stadium. The 15-year-old Carrollton High student has already committed to playing for the University of Southern California Trojans and has been considered one of the top high school quarterback prospects.
Football

USC Trojans Recruiting: 5-Star Commit Julian Lewis Throws Staggering Number of Touchdowns

The USC Trojans recruiting class is ranked No. 9 in the country, and five-star quarterback Julian Lewis is arguably the Trojans' most important commit. With his high school career nearly over, Lewis's 132 passing touchdowns is a staggering statistic.

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