Posts by Thomas Costello

David has been with The IX Basketball team since the High Post Hoops days when he joined the staff in 2018. He is based in Los Angeles and covers the LA Sparks, Pac-12 Conference, Big West Conference and some high school as well.

2025-26 Big Ten preview

October 15, 2025

One year after the expansion to 18 teams, is the conference UCLA’s to lose?

2025-26 Big West preview

October 8, 2025

An in-depth look at each team in the Big West

Janiah Barker is the X-Factor for UCLA

April 2, 2025

The junior wing has added a different look to the Bruins

Depth powers UCLA Final Four run

March 30, 2025

The Bruins showcased their ability to withstand a off-game from their star

Freshmen power USC to Elite Eight without JuJu Watkins

March 30, 2025

Trojans freshmen shined on the national stage

Why Kennedy Smith is such a versatile threat for USC

March 29, 2025

The Trojans wing has been among the most impactful freshmen in the country

How Lauren Betts became a championship-level player for UCLA

March 29, 2025

McPhee-McCuin: ‘She is everything as advertised’

USC rallies for JuJu Watkins in emotional final night at Galen Center

March 25, 2025

Gottlieb: ‘I think we showed what kind of team we are’

Big Ten Tournament notebook Day 3: USC and UCLA debut

March 8, 2025

Plus, No. 5 seed Michigan crashes the semifinal party

Big Ten Tournament Day 2 notebook: Upsets all around

March 7, 2025

‘The competitiveness is unreal’