Legendary coaches981 Archives Lots of March Madness teams have those. Future NBA stars? Same deal. And ditto for famous fans.

But a so-called "good luck charm" that's actually a painfully adorable pug puppy? Only one team can claim this.

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USC was one of the last teams to squeeze into the 2017 NCAA Tournament field. But the Trojans didn't do it alone. At a press conference after the tournament bracket was unveiled, USC coach Andy Enfield brought a special guest. Here's a look via the Orange County Register's Joey Kaufman.

Yeah, we're gonna need a closer look at that little bugger. Enhance!

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Slightly blurry, but still: 😍 😍 😍

And that sweater!

Here's what we know about the pup, via Monday's Los Angeles Times. (What? No. We're not stalking. You'restalking.)

  • Its name is Cali.

  • Cali is only "weeks" old.

  • Cali is beloved by Enfield's wife and three children.

According to Kaufman, however, Cali will notbe making the trip to Dayton, Ohio, for USC's opening-round game. Bummer. If the Trojans lose to Providence on Wednesday though, at least we'll know why.

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