Feb 22, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard David Coit (8) celebrates after scoring against the Oklahoma State Cowboys during the second half at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Kansas Basketball Fans Flood Social Media with Love for David Coit

Originally posted on Kansas Jayhawks on SI
By Mathey Gibson | Last updated Feb 24, 2025 4:00 PM ET

Kansas basketball fans can’t get enough of David “Diggy” Coit right now.

The senior guard and Northern Illinois might be one of the smallest guys on the court at 5-foot-11, but he plays with a fire that’s impossible to ignore. Whether he’s drilling deep threes or diving for loose balls, Coit has quickly become a fan favorite under Bill Self in Lawrence.

Saturday’s game against Oklahoma State only added to the hype. Coming off the bench, Coit dropped 15 points, hitting 5-of-9 shots from beyond the arc.

His energy was contagious, and Kansas fans took to social media to let him know just how much they appreciate his effort.

Even Bill Self had to give him his props. “I hope he never misses,” Self joked after the game. “But no, I'm looking for instant offense, that’s what he is.”

Coit has been on a hot streak lately, shooting 50% from three over his last five games. On the season, he’s hitting 37.3% from deep—solid numbers for someone providing a spark off the bench.

Believe it or Not

Diggy Coit was a PIZZA DELIVERY DRIVER while playing JUCO basketball?!?!?!?
— Mike Vernon (@M_Vernon) February 22, 2025

Things Might Be Different

How fun would it be if the whole team had the heart that Diggy Coit does? #kubball
— Byron_Watkins (@Byron_Watkins) February 22, 2025

There's a Chance

Diggy Coit is cooking, would love to see him back next year
— Nate Yemma (@n_yemma13) February 22, 2025

A Bigger Role Coming?

START DIGGY COIT IMMEDIATELY
— Hawks by 90 (@JHawksBy90) February 22, 2025

He's Certainly Helping in a Big Way

Diggy Coit: The 24-25 KU savior
— Ball Knower 104 (@Him2692) February 22, 2025

Put Him in the Rafters?

Retire Diggy Coit’s jersey at half
— Patrick Moorehomes (@1912jayhawk) February 22, 2025

The Big 12 is Taking Notice

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David Coit Trajectory #Big12MBB | @KUHoops pic.twitter.com/1hCGi1rwEA
— Big 12 Studios (@big12studios) February 24, 2025

Team Leader

Lost in what's been a frustrating season for Kansas is just how good David Coit has been. Exactly what every program should want in an of-the-bench guard. Experience, three-point shooting, leadership.
— Rock Chalk Blog (@RockChalkBlog) February 22, 2025

Good Company

KU MBB: Seniors David Coit and Zeke Mayo both hit 5 three-pointers against OSU. The last time a @KUHoops duo hit 5 or more threes each in a game was on Jan. 9, 2018 against Iowa State (Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk - 6 and Malik Newman - 5).
— Kansas Stats & Info (@KUStatsInfo) February 23, 2025