Howie Kussoy

Howie Kussoy is a sports features reporter at the New York Post.

Background

Howie is an award-winning sports features reporter, who has been with the New York Post since 2006. In addition to covering everything from Final Fours to the Stanley Cup Final to the Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor fight, he writes college football's "Pigskin Profit" and college basketball's "Howie Hoops" betting columns. Howie is a Long Island native, who graduated from the Philip Merrill College of Journalism at the University of Maryland.

Latest Articles

An image collage containing 1 images, Image 1 shows Stefanos Tsitsipas celebrating match point at the 2026 US Open

Former top-10 star makes early US Open statement a year after agonizing exit

August 31, 2026 | 7:07pm

Just one year ago, the two-time Grand Slam finalist left Flushing Meadows in fear, unable to walk for two days due to a back injury that made him question whether...

An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Collage of images of Amanda Anisimova taped to a locker door, with a sign that reads "HBD Meme Queen", Image 2 shows A wooden locker adorned with various meme-style photos of Amanda Anisimova, a "HBD Meme Queen" sign, and "25" for her locker number, Image 3 shows Amanda Anisimova hitting a tennis ball with a green racket at the US Open

American tennis star reacts to surprise ‘meme queen’ US Open locker on 25th birthday

August 31, 2026 | 2:41pm

Amanda Anisimova looked like a blushing teenager, laughing and covering her face as fans at Louis Armstrong Stadium stood in unison, singing “Happy Birthday” to the new 25-year-old.

An image collage containing 1 images, Image 1 shows Michael Zheng playing a backhand shot during a tennis match

New Jersey native’s tennis journey returns to Flushing Meadows for his US Open debut

August 28, 2026 | 8:00am

NCAA champion and Columbia star Michael Zheng is returning to Flushing Meadows to make his US Open debut after earning a wild card.

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Jets defensive lineman T'Vondre Sweat (99) runs a drill at training camp, Image 2 shows Jets defensive lineman Joseph Ossai stretching during practice

New Jets finally cleared to give glimpse of overhauled defense’s promise

August 18, 2026 | 5:34pm

There has been so much change, enough to fuel belief within a group that had no connection to a defense that finished last season ranked 29th against the run, 31st...

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Jets linebacker David Bailey (31) runs a drill during practice at training camp on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, in Florham Park, NJ, Image 2 shows Jets coach Aaron Glenn talks to the media after practice at training camp in Florham Park, NJ, on Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Jets rookie shines again at training camp as hype grows

August 18, 2026 | 1:55pm

Observations from Tuesday's Jets practice.

Jets running back Breece Hall (20) runs with the ball in the first half at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, Friday, August 14, 2026.

$43 million Jets star’s Week 1 status revealed in major injury update

August 18, 2026 | 11:24am

The running back suffered a groin strain during Monday's Jets practice.

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Jets wide receiver Isaiah Williams (18) catches a football at training camp, Image 2 shows Jets wide receiver Isaiah Williams talking to the media

Second year receiver continuing his unlikely Jets rise from castoff to ‘heartbeat’

August 17, 2026 | 10:44pm

Isaiah Williams was repeatedly told what the world thought of his dream.

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Azareye'h Thomas #1 of the New York Jets looks on during the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at MetLife Stadium on August 14, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey, Image 2 shows Azareye'H Thomas #23 of the New York Jets tackles Jaylen Waddle #17 of the Miami Dolphins during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium on December 07, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey

Second-year corner has caught Aaron Glenn’s eye while making most of Jets chance

August 17, 2026 | 7:04pm

Thomas entered training camp in a battle with Nahshon Wright — who led the NFL with eight individual takeaways last season — for the starting cornerback spot across from Brandon...

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Jets coach Aaron Glenn talks with his staff during a joint practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Image 2 shows Baker Mayfield practicing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the New York Jets training camp

Jets, Buccaneers can’t stop fighting in heated joint practice

August 11, 2026 | 7:08pm

The longtime friendship of the opposing head coaches — Tampa Bay’s Todd Bowles was the secondary coach for the Jets when Glenn was still a cornerback in New York —...

Jets quarterbacks Geno Smith (7), Brady Cook (4) and Cade Klubnik (10) practice at training camp in Florham Park, N.J., on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026.

Geno Smith gives worrisome flashbacks with ugly Jets practice

August 11, 2026 | 4:05pm

It was easy to believe it was 2014.

Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers in November 2025.

‘Passed out’ Jets cornerback leaves practice in ambulance in harrowing scene

August 11, 2026 | 12:43pm

The Jets cornerback left Tuesday's practice in an ambulance and was taken to a local hospital after he "passed out," head coach Aaron Glenn said.

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Betnijah Laney-Hamilton warms up, holding a basketball, before a game, Image 2 shows New York Liberty coach Chris DeMarco watches a basketball game

Liberty coach explains reasons behind Betnijah Laney-Hamilton decision

August 9, 2026 | 12:01am

Laney-Hamilton, a starter on the 2024 title team, missed all of last season with a knee injury, then struggled to find her form under a new head coach.

Sabrina Ionescu #20 of the New York Liberty handles the ball against Azzi Fudd #35 of the Dallas Wings during a regular season matchup at Barclays Center.

Liberty star turning attention to two big goals after World Cup roster snub

August 8, 2026 | 8:16pm

Sabrina Ionescu is taking the snub in stride.

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Breanna Stewart of the New York Liberty handling the ball against Awa Fam of the Seattle Storm, Image 2 shows Jonquel Jones of the New York Liberty makes a shot over Jordan Horston of the Seattle Storm

Liberty about to get a schedule wake-up call after recent tear during soft stretch revived season

August 7, 2026 | 6:14pm

The Liberty are still not playing to the potential of the preseason title favorite.

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Notre Dame QB CJ Carr (13) throws a pass during the Notre Dame Blue-Gold Spring football game with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on April 25, 2026 at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, IN, Image 2 shows Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns passes the ball during the 2025 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl between the Texas Longhorns and Michigan Wolverines at Camping World Stadium on December 31, 2025 in Orlando, Florida

The next Jets quarterback — and the dramas that will dominate this college football season

August 6, 2026 | 7:50am

Next year’s class will be loaded, featuring Texas’ Arch Manning and Oregon’s Dante Moore.

Marine Fauthoux of the New York Liberty handles the ball.

Rookie delivering undeniable impact after long Liberty wait

August 4, 2026 | 8:48pm

Since being inserted into the rotation Fauthoux is playing more than 18 minutes per game, averaging 6.1 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.3 assists, while shooting 44.8 percent from the field.