Mangino: Loss of Talib is No. 1 problem

Of course Mangino's going to say he doesn't think Bill Young's departure was a major contribution to the defensive downfall. What else CAN he say? "My athletics department failed me and wouldn't pay enough to keep my staff in tact?"
Blame it on graduation, on the strength of the conference, on the price of gas these days...it's all coachspeak. That's all you get with him.

November 20, 2008 at 7:45 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Not so ancient history

Toto, we're late! I guess now I've got an excuse for why I've been drinking Bud Light at my desk for the past hour. Pre-game.

November 14, 2008 at 7:47 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Ex-Jayhawk Gordon preparing for surgery

You always hate to see an injury like this, but luckily this is one that doesn't tend to linger after rehab. Good luck, Chaz.

November 13, 2008 at 7:44 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

KU walk-on ear-to-ear happy

What an incredible story. Mr. Juenemann will cherish these moments for the rest of his life. It gives me goosebumps just thinking about what an exciting time this must be for him.

November 12, 2008 at 8:03 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

K-State's Prince fired

Couldn't agree more, JayCeph. I thought they had really found an answer to the problems that arose toward the end of Snyder's career.
He seemed to have it all: attitude, confidence and a good reputation in the coaching community. Still, it was obvious to Wildcat fans and otherwise that his loading up on juco talent was an act of desperation.
Who will come next?

November 5, 2008 at 4:20 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

KU basketball notebook: Self names starters

Why is Tyshawn Taylor still listed as "Not Yet Signed" on the 2008-09 roster? It's the opening day of the season, and rosters haven't been updated? Aaah!

November 4, 2008 at 10:42 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Ex-Jayhawk Hawkins worked out with walk-on

I doubt that something like this would come into play, but according to NCAA policy, a prospect is any high school student between 9th and 12th grade, whether they intend to play collegiate sports. A booster is anyone who has ever contributed to (including attending a game) or been involved with (played for) a team. It's OK to have contact with a prospect, but the conversation cannot turn to the university in question. No gifts or money need to exchange hands for a violation to occur.

Now, I'm not suggesting that Hawkins' relationship with this kid will ever come into question, but I think the NCAA could possibly have ground to stand on. Someone want to correct me on my very limited knowledge of NCAA policy as far as former student athletes are considered?

October 30, 2008 at 11:57 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Ex-Jayhawk Price to coach SDSU

To me, SDSU = San Diego State.

October 24, 2008 at 7:50 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Dugan Arnett's KU football notebook

Wasn't there a time when the Crabtree sweepstakes was considered to be between Tech and KU? That's sticking in my mind for some reason. Anyone remember it that way?

October 24, 2008 at 7:49 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

All grown up

I seem to remember that at the time of the switch in position, he had to be talked into it. Mangino asked him if he was interested in making any money, if I remember correctly. It's great to see something work out for someone who obviously had other plans for himself.

September 26, 2008 at 7:41 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )