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Bill Self announces return as Kansas basketball coach for 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:06 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Bill Self announces return as Kansas basketball coach for 2026-27 season

Summary

Kansas basketball coach Bill Self confirmed his decision to return for the 2026-27 season after considering retirement following the last season. In an interview on CBS Sports, he expressed his desire to continue coaching, driven by his love for the game and the challenge of adapting to changes in college basketball. Self reflected on last season's disappointments, attributing struggles to injuries affecting key players like Darryn Peterson. He acknowledged the uncertainties in college athletics but remains committed to navigating them. Health concerns previously led him to question his future, but medical advice assured him he could continue coaching without issue.

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•Bill Self weighs health issues against desire to coach further.
•Kansas struggled with injuries last season, affecting team cohesion.
•Self's reflections include potential missed opportunities with key players.
•Coach feels capable of adapting to the evolving of college basketball.
•Self's commitment affects team continuity for the upcoming season.

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8:06 AMYahoo Sports — Kansas basketball’s Bill Self shares reasons he's returning for 2026-27

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Kansas basketball coach Bill Self considered retirement following this past season, but ended up deciding to return. Here’s what he said about that in a recent interview to CBS Sports.
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