The Trojans have secured a commitment from Tanook Hines, a highly sought-after four-star wide receiver hailing from Houston, Texas. Choosing USC over formidable contenders such as Texas, Notre Dame, and Arizona State marks a significant recruiting victory for Lincoln Riley and his coaching staff.
Snatching Hines from the clutches of Texas underscores USC’s prowess in building strong relationships with recruits, a crucial factor in securing his commitment.
Speaking to 247Sports, Hines highlighted Riley and wide receivers coach Dennis Simmons as pivotal in his decision-making process. He was also impressed by the camaraderie within USC’s wide receiver corps and the supportive environment fostered by the coaching staff.
“Seeing their receivers room, their coaches, and their players. Seeing how they operate there, how they’re like a family, and offering a great education for business, I think it’s a perfect fit,” Hines commented about USC. “They showed me how they plan to utilize me in their offensive schemes, and I can visualize how they throw the ball.”
Ranked as the No. 35 wide receiver in the 2025 class by 247Sports, Hines is renowned for his speed and agility on the field. His track record as a member of his high school track team includes impressive times such as a 10.45-second 100-meter dash and a 20.71-second 200 meters, achievements that earned him a silver medal in the Texas 6A division.
Despite committing to USC, Hines remains focused on continuous improvement and maintaining high performance levels.
“Moving forward, I know I need to keep pushing myself to get better and continue to produce,” he emphasized.
Hines’s commitment represents a key addition to USC’s roster and underscores their ongoing efforts to recruit top talent under Coach Riley’s leadership.
The Trojans have secured a commitment from Tanook Hines, a highly sought-after four-star wide receiver hailing from Houston, Texas. Choosing USC over formidable contenders such as Texas, Notre Dame, and Arizona State marks a significant recruiting victory for Lincoln Riley and his coaching staff.
Snatching Hines from the clutches of Texas underscores USC’s prowess in building strong relationships with recruits, a crucial factor in securing his commitment.
Speaking to 247Sports, Hines highlighted Riley and wide receivers coach Dennis Simmons as pivotal in his decision-making process. He was also impressed by the camaraderie within USC’s wide receiver corps and the supportive environment fostered by the coaching staff.
“Seeing their receivers room, their coaches, and their players. Seeing how they operate there, how they’re like a family, and offering a great education for business, I think it’s a perfect fit,” Hines commented about USC. “They showed me how they plan to utilize me in their offensive schemes, and I can visualize how they throw the ball.”
Ranked as the No. 35 wide receiver in the 2025 class by 247Sports, Hines is renowned for his speed and agility on the field. His track record as a member of his high school track team includes impressive times such as a 10.45-second 100-meter dash and a 20.71-second 200 meters, achievements that earned him a silver medal in the Texas 6A division.
Despite committing to USC, Hines remains focused on continuous improvement and maintaining high performance levels.
“Moving forward, I know I need to keep pushing myself to get better and continue to produce,” he emphasized.
Hines’s commitment represents a key addition to USC’s roster and underscores their ongoing efforts to recruit top talent under Coach Riley’s leadership.