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Battle for LA
"Battle for LA"
UCLA
Pac-12 Conference
VS
96 games
USC
Big Ten
USC leads 50-33-7
Overview
Los Angeles intra-city rivalry between two of college football's most storied programs.
Started 1929. Represents LA dominance and talent battle.
Impact & Significance
Conference title race, playoff implications
Notable Moments
- •USC's 2004 national championship run
- •Todd Marinovich era
- •UCLA's recent ascension
- •Reggie Bush dynasty
- •Recent competitive balance shift
Legendary Players
OJ Simpson, Reggie Bush, Carson Palmer, Jalen Hurts
Traditions & Culture
LA market bragging rights, historic rivalry
Recruiting Impact
California's premium talent, Los Angeles market dominance
Quick Facts
First Game
1929
Total Games
96
Series Lead
USC leads 50-33-7
All-Time Records
USC: 50 wins, UCLA: 33 wins, 7 ties
Conference
Pac-12 / Big Ten / Big 12
Related Topics
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