Kansas coach Bill Self says retirement rumor is ‘bad info’
Kansas City Star • • sports
Key Points:
- Kansas men’s basketball coach Bill Self denied internet rumors about an imminent retirement announcement, calling them "bad info" and stating he has no set timeframe for a decision.
- Self, 63, has faced health issues since 2022, including irregular heartbeat problems, but said he is feeling as good as he has in a long time and will discuss his future with family before deciding on returning for a 24th season.
- After the season-ending loss to St. John’s, Self emphasized that health is a key factor in his decision and that he evaluates his career in increments, now focusing more on shorter timeframes.
- KU’s basketball program remains strong with several top recruits committed for the 2026-27 season, including highly regarded players, and the transfer portal opening soon.
- Former KU assistant Norm Roberts noted Self’s decision-making process is consistent yearly, involving season evaluation and recruitment, with health issues now adding complexity to the considerations.
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