USC Strength Coach Trumain Carroll Begins Second Year of Rebuilding Program

After a partial first year, Carroll now has the time to fully implement his strength and conditioning plan for the Trojans.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:36pm

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USC football strength and conditioning coach Trumain Carroll is entering his second year with the program, but in many ways this spring marks the true beginning of his work in Los Angeles. Carroll was hired in May of last year, giving him limited time to fully implement his preferred methods and get to know the players. Now with a full offseason, Carroll can put his plan into full effect as the Trojans prepare for the 2026 season.

Why it matters

Strength and conditioning is a critical part of any successful college football program, and the strength coach is often one of the most trusted figures on the team. After a partial first year, Trumain Carroll now has the time he needs to build relationships with players, understand their individual needs, and fully integrate his training philosophy into the Trojans' program.

The details

Trumain Carroll was hired as USC's strength and conditioning coach in early May 2025, giving him less than a full offseason to work with the team before the 2025 season. This limited time made it difficult for Carroll to fully implement his preferred methods and get to know the players' individual needs. Now entering his second year, Carroll can take a more comprehensive approach to rebuilding the Trojans' strength and conditioning program.

  • Carroll was hired as USC's strength and conditioning coach in early May 2025.
  • The 2026 USC football season is set to begin in late August.

The players

Trumain Carroll

The strength and conditioning coach for the USC Trojans football team, hired in May 2025.

Lincoln Riley

The head coach of the USC Trojans football team.

Gary Patterson

An assistant coach on the USC Trojans football team.

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What they’re saying

“Strength and conditioning is a year-round job which requires patience, planning, and a process in which the strength coach really gets to know the players, how they work, and what their bodies need (and can handle).”

— Matt Zemek, Author

What’s next

As the Trojans continue their offseason program, the focus will be on Trumain Carroll fully integrating his training philosophy and building strong relationships with the players. The true test will come when the 2026 season kicks off in late August.

The takeaway

Trumain Carroll's second year as USC's strength and conditioning coach represents a critical juncture for the Trojans' program. With a full offseason to work with the team, Carroll can now put his comprehensive plan into action and lay the foundation for the Trojans' success on the field.