USC'S drum major Sam Perez marches to the top

An inspiring Trojan tale. After overcoming multiple rejections, Sam Perez fought hard to finally achieve his dream of attending USC. “The fifth time was the charm,” said Perez. “I started crying. I don't think I've ever wanted something so much in my life.” Voted drum major by his teammates, Sam leads the “Spirit of Troy,” known for their iconic song “Fight On” and award-winning performances. Perez emphasized that true leadership means standing together with his bandmates as they lead the charge to cheer on USC.