Who is Conor Costello? 'The Bachelorette' suitor considers raising future family in church a huge priority

Love is a game and Conor Costello is ready to play ball!
Conor Costello in 'The Bachelorette' (ABC)
Conor Costello in 'The Bachelorette' (ABC)

Love isn't too different from baseball. Sometimes, you've to hope that life throws you an easy pitch or two or that you can make a connection and not strike out instead. But for Katie Thurston, she doesn't have to worry about three strikes -- she gets 34 chances instead!

Although Katie Thurston lucked out when it came to Matt James, she hasn't given up on love just yet, seeing that she is now the star of the newest season of 'The Bachelorette'. With multiple suitors hoping that she'll fall madly in love with one of them, a certain Conor Costello is stepping up to the plate to try his hand at love!

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Who is Conor Costello?

Conor Costello is a 28-year-old, former baseball player from Costa Mesa, California. He describes himself as an athletic stud with a Midwestern heart of gold. Costello enjoys burritos and blueberry pancakes and had quite a love for puka shell necklaces while growing up.



 

What does Costello do for a living?

As reported by The Sun, Costello was a former minor league baseball player who played at Oklahoma State University. He went on to play professionally, seeing that he joined the Los Angeles Dodgers during the 2016-17 season. He is currently an account manager for Apex Systems.



 

Is Costello on social media?

Yes, Costello is on social media, you can follow him on Instagram @conorcostello4.



 

What is Costello looking for in a relationship?

Costello is currently a resident of Southern California and although he's a fan of the beach, his plans for the future involve moving back home to Oklahoma, so that he can be near his family as he starts his own, with his wife.

A religious person, Costello is hoping to find a woman whose ideals align with his. As per his official bio -- "He describes his dream woman as a giver who genuinely cares for others and wants to see those around her succeed. Conor C is always up for a good time, whether that means going out for a night of bowling or enjoying an intimate night in. Finding someone who has similar religious beliefs to him is very important to Conor C because raising his future family in the church is a huge priority. Conor C has never left the country, so hopefully, this journey is just the start of new adventures for him and the Bachelorette!"



 

Catch season 17 of 'The Bachelorette' on Monday, June 7, at 8/7c on ABC.

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