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Clay Helton to Return as USC Head Coach in 2020 Despite Rumors of Exit

Bleacher Report | December 4, 2019

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USC is bringing back Clay Helton after all.

Athletic director Mike Bohn announced on Wednesday that Helton would return after he led the Trojans to an 8-4 record during the 2019 season:

Mike Bohn

I am pleased to let you know Coach Helton will continue to be our head coach. His commitment to our student-athletes and to leading with integrity is vital to restoring our championship program, which is the goal for all of our teams.

In a memo obtained byPete Thamelof Yahoo Sports, Bohn said: "Heading into 2020, Coach Helton and I will work together to take a hard look at all aspects of the football enterprise and will make the tough decisions necessary to compete at a championship level.

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