THE STORY
In June 2010, the NCAA sanctioned USC's football program for violations involving Reggie Bush. The penalties included a two-year postseason ban, the loss of 30 scholarships over three years, and vacating all wins with Bush from December 2004 through the 2005 season, including the 2005 Orange Bowl. Bush was disassociated from USC for 10 years and returned his 2005 Heisman Trophy.
WHY IT MATTERS
The sanctions significantly impacted USC's football program, leading to a loss of scholarships, postseason opportunities, and the vacating of victories, including a national championship. The disassociation of Bush and the return of his Heisman Trophy highlighted the severity of the violations and the NCAA's commitment to enforcing its rules.