Jim Hardy
An outstanding quarterback in the 1942, 1943 and 1944 seasons, Jim Hardy captained the 1944 Trojans. He played in 2 Rose Bowls, throwing 5 TD passes in USC's 1944 and 1945
Pasadena wins. On defense, he made 13 interceptions in his career (sixth on USC's all-time list). He then played in the NFL with the
Rams, Cardinals and Lions from 1946 to 1952. After his playing days, he entered private business, including serving as general manager of the
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. He is now retired and lives in the Palm Springs area.