Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_12444503_1 (season VARCHAR, lost_to_eventual_runner_up VARCHAR)
### Question:
What's the number of seasons i which USC Bassam lost to eventual runner-up?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(season) FROM table_12444503_1 WHERE lost_to_eventual_runner_up = "USC Bassam"