Welcome to our online chat with former Kansas University receiver Harrison Hill.

The chat took place on Friday, September 30, at 11:00 AM and is now closed, but you can read the full transcript on this page.

Moderator: Hi and welcome to our chat today. I'm Andy Samuelson the online sports editor for KUsports.com and I will be today's chat moderator. Today we our joined by former Kansas University football player Harrison Hill. Thanks Harrison for taking time out of your busy schedule to join with our KUsports.com readers this morning.

Harrison Hill: Thanks Andy, it's great to be here today.

Moderator: Hey Harrison, I'm sure a lot of our audience members are wondering what you're doing now.

Harrison Hill: I've been in Kansas City the past years working for SmithBarney on the Plaza, managing investment portfolios the past few years. I've stayed pretty active with KU as well, working as a cohost for the Count Down to Kickoff show on KLWN.

Moderator: Well lets gets some questions.

Chad, Wichita: Do the Jayhawks have a shot against Texas Tech this weekend?

Harrison Hill: Yeah I do think we have a shot against Tech. I think Texas Tech is a good football team, but the No. 13 ranking might be a little lofty at this point. They have scored a lot of points, but they've done that every year since Leach has been the coach. That's nothing new. I think our defense will get a lot of pressure on the quarterback which could give us a shot to win. If Brian Luke and the offense can manage to put up 25-30 points and our defense plays well, we can win.

Wacky, Overland Park: I went to the Eddie Robinson Classic in South Bend, Ind., against Notre Dame. I was a thrill to me to be in a stadium with such history. What was it like to catch a touchdown there? How did that game rank for you in memorable games?

Harrison Hill: It was great playing at Notre Dame, you always dream about playing college football games in an environment like that. However, my most memorable games were probably at OU or Texas A&M, because those stadiums and environments are unmatched by any in America. It was definitely nice to have one experience to run out of the tunnel at Notre Dame. I wished we could have played better and came out with the W. It's still something you can tell your kids about one day.

Tanner, Wichita: Have you ever thought about getting into coaching?

Harrison Hill: I have actually been approached by a few Big 12 teams to help coach. I feel like the business I'm in now is what I see myself doing for a long time. What I would like to do in the near future is run my own football camp on the side and do some private instruction for younger kids and high schoolers, who want to play at the major college level someday. The one thing I like about coaching is that you're a teacher. You can teach about sports and what it takes to be successful in life. But at the major college level it's more of a business, and it's tough to reach kids on that personal level. That's why I would like to work with kids on at a younger age, and influence them and help them become better people and have more of an impact in life, not just in sports.

Julie, Chicago: You were my favorite player during my college years at KU. I am curious of your thoughts on the transition from being on the field to now being a fan.

Harrison Hill: The transition has been very smooth, I think the problem most ex-athletes have is they still have goals and dreams of playing football and so it's hard to get over it. However, my goals and my dreams have shifted from the athletic arena and now my goals are geared towards my business, making a difference in my community. And although I'm still a huge fan of KU and athletics in general, I feel my horizons have broadened in the past couple of years.

Moderator: I think we have a special question from someone you might know pretty well.

Hamilton, Wichita: How does it feel to be the second-best athlete in your house growing up?

Harrison Hill: Ha-ha. You know a lot of people don't know that my brother is actually a phenomenal athlete. Although the title of the best athlete in the family is debatable. He did play quarterback at KU and is one of the best athletes that I've ever known. But I remember the last time we played ping-pong I skunked him 11-0. Our next 1-on-1 basketball game is coming up pretty soon.

Brian, Overland Park: What do you think Mangino has brought to the program that has led to the program's steady improvement?

Harrison Hill: Right off the bat, toughness and a work ethic. Before Mangino, we did have some talent, however, I don't feel each player's full potential was brought out of them. Mangino will make sure through what ever means necessary that he will get the best out of every single player. He's also a great recruiter, so you will also see more top-notched athletes at KU. That combination is what takes programs to the top.

Shad - Sioux Falls, SD: You may have heard that KU recently received a major contribution that will, most likely, allow them to start planning for a "football only" facility. How much do you think having a new facility, with everything under one roof, would help this program?

Harrison Hill: I think it's great for the program because the bottom line nowadays is that big time recruits want to go to the colleges with the nieces weight rooms, the nicest facilities. KU has been behind in that arena and now we're catching up. When you start winning some games and you have the great facilities that are as good as any in the Big 12 you'll start seeing the recruits that would go to Nebraska, Oklahoma or wherever start coming to KU. We already have a great academic institution, beautiful campus, beautiful girls. Now we're the full package. Why wouldn't you want to come here.

Charlie H. Dallas: HH - In a 1-on-1 matchup with Charles Gordon, do you think you could beat him, or would he jam you up on the line? I heard you were AWESOME in 1-on-1 drills!

Harrison Hill: I think Charles Gordon is one of the best cornerbacks that KU has ever had. I believe that he will have a nice career in the NFL. However, I am pretty confident in my skills at receiver. So if it's third-and-10 and the game's on the line I'm betting on me.

Jenny, Wichita: What reception or run was your most memorable?

Harrison Hill: Definitely 1999 when we played Missouri at home. On one of the first drives of the game, Dylen Smith threw me a 60-yard touchdown for the lead. We beat Missouri 21-0, so anytime you can embarrass Missouri and play a significant role in that it feels pretty good. By the way I think we're going to kick Missouri's butt this year. They're extremely overrated as always.

Zach - Wichita: You were a great football and baseball player but also a pretty accomplished basketball player at Wichita Collegiate. Who was the best player you played with there, Maurice Evans or Zach Hawley?

Harrison Hill: Well Zach, you did have a good three-point shot. And even though I remember beating you 6-0 and 6-0 in tennis, you are a great athlete. However, Maurice Evans is the best basketball player I've ever played with, even though my brother has beaten him numerous times in one-on-one.

George, Bonner Springs: Harrison, what are the realistic chances of KU making a bowl game this year?

Harrison Hill: I believe the chances are very realistic with the way the Big 12 is shaping up this year. K-State, Oklahoma, Missouri and Nebraska are all very beatable. While Tech, Colorado and Iowa State are solid, I think we could sneak out one or two of those. I think Texas is in a different league, but you never know what can happen like we saw last year. There's a lot of parity in the Big 12 this year and if a few things fall into place, we could have a great year.

Sam, Wichita: Being a receiver would you have liked to play in an offense like Tech's?

Harrison Hill: Yes I would have loved to. They throw the ball a lot and score a lot of points. Any receiver would love to be in the position to make a lot of plays. I do think if they're blitzed heavily that offense can suffer. Still it's every receiver's dream to catch 10 to 15 balls a game.

Moderator: We have time for a couple more questions, but I think we have one more special question from an apparent co-worker?

Jud, Lawrence: Harrison,

I enjoy listening to you talk KU football on the radio, and I feel like you could have a future in some type of media whether it be part or full-time. Have you considered television work at all? With those dimples and that great smile I think you could give Kevin Romary a run for his money.

Harrison Hill: On a part time basis I would love to do some work like that. I haven't seen too many offers on the table. I'm always open to new ventures. I enjoy doing the radio show and enjoy being around Jud and Brian. I don't know if I'll be sitting as close to jud after his last comment.

Andre, Kansas City, Mo.,: Do you think that KU could ever be a basketball/football school someday?

Harrison Hill: There is absolutely no reason why we cannot be both. I get very tired of hearing people say that we cannot be good at both basketball and football, although I've never seen in evidence why this couldn't happen. You look at Texas, OU, who have very solid football and basketball programs. With the right coach, the right money being brought into the football program, we can absolutely be a powerhouse in football and basketball. No question about it.

Moderator: Well it looks like we have time for one last question.

Diana, Wichita: I know you career ended because of injuries, do you ever wonder what it could have been like if you were healthy the entire way through?

Harrison Hill: No I really don't, because I know I was blessed with the opportunity to go to a great school, meet great teammates from all walks of life, and a chance to play major college football. I don't spend anytime looking back, wishing things were different. I guess you could always regret certain things and wish that things would have turned out differently. However, every obstacle I've ever had to overcome in my athletic career has made me a stronger person and has helped me become the person I am in life after football.

Moderator: But I bet it would have been nice to have your name next to a couple of those records. Wink-wink.

Harrison Hill: Yeah it would of, but somebody like Mark Simmons would come along and break them all anyway.

Moderator: Seriously, Harrison, thanks for your time today. I really appreciated it and I bet the readers at kusports.com had some good times. And thanks again to all our readers.

Harrison Hill: Thanks Andy, and all the fans who submitted questions to KUsports.com -- which is my home page. You guys are great.

Moderator: Thanks again.