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Where Did Bill Self Land in The Athletic’s Top 25 Coaches of the Decade?

It isn't a secret that Bill Self has transformed into an all-time coach since taking over at the helm for the Kansas Jayhawks in 2003. With 18 conference championships, 11 conference tournament titles, four Final Four appearances, and two national titles at KU, Self has assembled one of the most illustrious coaching resumes in the sport’s history.

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Kansas Basketball Great Wilt Chamberlain Named Top 10 NBA Player of All Time

When it comes to all-time basketball greats, there are few in history who stand taller than Wilt Chamberlain. He was – both literally and figuratively – a true giant of the game whose talent transcended his predecessors and changed the game of basketball forever.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 15

Trio of Kansas Jayhawks Taken on Day 2 of MLB Draft

Despite an early exit in the NCAA Tournament, Kansas baseball had a season to remember this spring. The Jayhawks won a Big 12-best 20 conference games and finished with the second-most wins in program history with 43 under second-year head coach Dan Fitzgerald.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 14

Kansas Football Picked 9th in USA TODAY Big 12 Preseason Poll

On Monday, media members for the USA TODAY Sports Network released their rankings of Big 12 football teams for the 2025 season. The preseason poll ranked the Kansas Jayhawks No.

College Football News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 14

Kansas Transfer Target Spurns K-State, Commits to Jayhawks

The Kansas Jayhawks added a late offseason transfer on Monday, as former Nebraska wide receiver Jaidyn Doss committed to the program. Despite On3 insider Pete Nakos connecting in-state rival Kansas State to Doss yesterday, Lance Leipold and Co.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 13

Three Potential Starting Lineups for Kansas Basketball

Darryn Peterson and Flory Bidunga headline a relatively young Kansas Jayhawks roster heading into the 2025-26 season. Their spots in the starting five are locked in, but things get murky when projecting who will join them on the floor.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 12

Kansas Basketball's Bill Self Scouting Top 25 Recruit and Key Target at EYBL

Although Kansas only officially got into the mix for top-25 recruit Bryson Howard less than three weeks ago – when coach Bill Self and his crew extended an offer – the Jayhawks are now making it clear he’s a top priority. According to On3’s Joe Tipton, Self was in person on Saturday at EYBL to watch Howard compete with his ProSkills squad.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 12

Undrafted Kansas Cornerback Trains With Superstar Ja’Marr Chase

The Atlanta Falcons have high hopes for undrafted free agent cornerback Cobee Bryant, who wrapped up his illustrious career with the Kansas Jayhawks in 2024.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 12

Bill Self and Kansas Linked to Pair of Top-50 2026 Recruits

The 2026 recruiting class is already loaded with names linked to the Kansas Jayhawks, and two more are starting to make some real noise. In new articles from On3 insider Jamie Shaw (subscription required), it was revealed that rising prospects Cam Williams and Bo Ogden are names to watch for KU.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 12

Did Rosario, Mbiya Additions Boost National Perception of Kansas?

The Kansas Jayhawks made a pair of thrilling recruiting additions last month after Bill Self hit a brick wall in the middle of the offseason. Reclassified sharpshooting guard Kohl Rosario and Congolese big man Paul Mbiya pledged to KU a day apart from each other, giving the Jayhawks much-needed depth in the frontcourt and backcourt.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 11

Top 15 Recruit in Class of 2026 Plans to Visit Kansas Basketball

Kansas has landed a top 25 prospect in four straight seasons and seeks to extend that streak to five with a top 25 addition in the Class of 2026 (according to 247 Sports’ rankings).

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 11

Three Dream Targets for Kansas Basketball in 2026 Recruiting Class

After it was all said and done, the Kansas Jayhawks assembled one of the best freshman classes in college basketball this year. Bill Self is looking to build on those recruiting wins in the 2026 class as he continues targeting some of the top prospects in next year’s cycle.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 10

Beloved Kansas Basketball Duo Reunites in Rock Chalk Roundball Classic

The 17th annual Rock Chalk Roundball Classic took place on Thursday. A charity event hosted by Brian Hanni, it features over a dozen former Kansas Jayhawks taking the court at Lawrence Free State High School to raise money for families of local kids fighting cancer.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 10

Bill Self Sends Kansas Coaches to Evaluate Highly-Ranked 2026 Center

The Kansas Jayhawks are beginning to heavily pursue several players in the 2026 recruiting class. In the early slate of games in the U17 Adidas 3SSB Championship on Thursday, Arafan Diane and Iowa United took on Latrell Almond and Team Loaded.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 10

Kansas Football’s Lance Leipold Talks Sunflower Showdown at Big 12 Media Days

Kansas football head coach Lance Leipold was a busy man on Wednesday at Day 2 of Big Media Days inside AT&T Stadium in Frisco, Texas. Leipold was asked several questions throughout the day by media members as the 2025 college football season approaches in just over a month.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 10

Lance Leipold Explains Why Kansas Star Missed Big 12 Media Days

The health of Preseason All-Big 12 Team selection Bryce Foster was a topic Lance Leipold discussed during the Kansas Jayhawks’ appearance at Big 12 Media Days.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 10

Kansas Could Circle Back to European Prospect After Transfer Departure

While the regular season is only a few months away, the Kansas Jayhawks might not be finished constructing the 2025-26 team's roster. According to PDT Scouting on X, Luka Skorić is continuing to explore the college route and has heard from KU, among other schools.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 10

Kansas Basketball and 2026 5-Star Phenom Planning Official Visit

Bill Self and the Kansas Jayhawks are keeping close tabs on one of the best players in the 2026 recruiting class. According to On3 insider Joe Tipton, Caleb Holt scheduled trips to Alabama and Auburn and plans to visit KU and Kentucky in the coming months.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 10

Jayhawks Baseball Lands Transfer Josh Dykhoff

Kansas baseball had a season to remember this year, despite getting upset in the NCAA Tournament by both Creighton and North Dakota State. The Jayhawks won a Big 12-best 20 conference games and finished with the second-most wins in program history with 43 under second-year head coach Dan Fitzgerald.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 9