The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum is preparing for elevated temperatures during the USC Trojans' season-opening football game against San Jose State on Saturday at noon.
Forecasts indicate game-time conditions around 91 degrees, with limited shade available throughout the seating bowl, as noted by stadium officials in information shared via ABC7 Los Angeles.
Non-metallic water bottles may be carried in without restrictions on size or quantity, while empty refillable non-metallic containers are permitted for use at stations positioned near restrooms on the Concourse and Upper Concourse levels. Permanent concession stands will distribute free ice cups for refills.
A shade tent offering seating is set up at First Aid Gate 1, with additional shaded zones at Heritage Concourse on Level 1 and Olympic Plaza. Ice bags can be obtained at Guest Experience points including Gates 1, 11, 23 and Upper Concourse 17, while first aid facilities operate at Gates 1 and 16. Officials recommend avoiding alcohol, coffee and soft drinks, and umbrellas are prohibited.
Attendees are advised to select light-colored, lightweight attire, apply sunscreen and wear sunglasses, and to contact event staff right away if heat illness symptoms appear. USC is listed as a 39-point favorite, following a 9-4 record in 2025 that ended with a 30-27 Alamo Bowl loss to TCU, while San Jose State posted a 3-9 mark last season.
This report is based on coverage by ABC7 Los Angeles: https://abc7.com/post/usc-fans-brave-extreme-heat-today-coliseum-trojan-footballs-season-opener/19758639/