Head Coach
Bill Self
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Bill Self | Head Coach | billself@ku.edu |
| Jeremy Case | Associate Head Coach | jdcase@ku.edu |
| Kurtis Townsend | Assistant Coach | ktownmbb@ku.edu |
| Joe Dooley | Assistant Coach | jdooley@ku.edu |
| Brennan Bechard | Director of Scouting | bbb11@ku.edu |
| Lexi Price | Director of Basketball Operations | alexia.price@ku.edu |
| Ramsey Nijem | Director – Sports Performance | coachnijem@ku.edu |
About Kansas Jayhawks Basketball
The Kansas Jayhawks basketball program operates at the highest level of college basketball within the competitive Big 12 Conference under head coach Bill Self's proven leadership. Located in Lawrence, Kansas, the program combines elite athletic competition with a rigorous academic environment at a respected Big 12 institution. Recruits joining Kansas gain access to world-class coaching, state-of-the-art facilities, and exposure at a program with national prominence. The Jayhawks compete consistently against top-tier opponents, preparing student-athletes for professional basketball while maintaining strong academic standards. Coach Self's track record of developing talent and the program's winning tradition create an atmosphere where dedicated players can showcase their skills on a major stage. High school athletes considering Kansas should reach out to the coaching staff to learn how the program's blend of competitive excellence, academic opportunity, and basketball development aligns with their goals.
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Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-08-13.