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Suspended USC linebacker Osa Masina ordered to stand trial on first-degree rape

Suspended USC linebacker Osa Masina has been ordered to stand trial on one charge of first-degree rape and two charges of forcible sodomy after a preliminary hearing in Salt Lake City on Monday, according to Masina’s attorney.

The alleged victim testified at the hearing that Masina raped her in July during a house party in Salt Lake City.

Masina's attorney, Greg Skordas, said, "We felt comfortable with the evidence and there were no surprises."

"This is a case that is going to go to trial and it was helpful to both sides to hear from the alleged victim," Skordas added.