Gaius "Gus" Shaver (1995) - USC Athletics Hall of Fame

Gaius "Gus" Shaver

Induction:
1995

As a single-wing tailback and fullback, Gaius "Gus" Shaver was USC's leading rusher in 1931 with 936 yards. A 3-year letterman (1929-31), he earned All-American honors in 1931. USC went 28-5 during his playing days, won the 1931 national championship and won 2 Rose Bowls. He scored 2 touchdowns in Troy's famous 16-14 upset over Notre Dame in 1931. He returned to USC as an assistant football coach from 1940-45. He then became a rancher. He died on Oct. 11, 1998, at age 88.