Michigan Basketball’s Quinn Costello Named McDonald’s All-American
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A rising star in college basketball, Quinn Costello, a signee with the University of Michigan, has been recognized as one of the nation’s top high school players, earning a coveted spot as a McDonald’s All-American. The announcement, made on Monday, solidifies Costello’s position as a key component of the Wolverines’ future and highlights the program’s successful recruiting efforts.
A Prestigious Honor for a Top Recruit
Costello, who committed to Michigan in November, is among 24 elite high school players selected for the annual McDonald’s All-American Game, scheduled for March 31 in Glendale, Arizona. This event, steeped in tradition since its inception in 1978, showcases the country’s most promising young basketball talent. The 6-foot-10, 195-pound forward hails from The Newman School in Boston and is considered a consensus four-star recruit. He currently ranks No. 31 nationally in the 247Sports composite rankings, demonstrating the high regard in which college coaches hold his potential.
High Expectations for the Incoming Freshman
The highly sought-after Costello received scholarship offers from numerous prominent programs, including Purdue and North Carolina, before ultimately choosing to play for the Wolverines. Michigan’s head coach, Dusty May, expressed considerable enthusiasm upon securing Costello’s commitment. According to May, Costello possesses a remarkable “motor, versatility and touch shooting the basketball,” and is expected to “earn respect the moment he steps on campus.” This endorsement underscores the significant impact Michigan anticipates Costello will have on the program.
Continuing a Tradition of Excellence
Costello’s selection marks the second consecutive year a Michigan recruit has earned McDonald’s All-American honors. Last year, Flint native Trey McKenney represented the Wolverines in the 2025 game held in Brooklyn. This consistent recognition of Michigan recruits speaks to the program’s growing appeal and its ability to attract top-tier talent.
Strong Ratings for Recent Rivalry Game
In other Michigan basketball news, the Wolverines’ recent victory over Michigan State on Friday proved to be a ratings success for FOX. The game generated 2.76 million viewers, becoming the fifth most-watched college basketball game in the network’s history. Viewership peaked at 3.3 million, and FOX highlighted it as the most-watched Friday night college basketball game on the network to date.
Upcoming Breast Cancer Awareness Game
Looking ahead, Michigan’s game against Penn State on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network) will be dedicated to breast cancer awareness. Fans attending the game at Crisler Center are encouraged to wear pink in support of the cause.
