Kansas Coach Bill Self Addresses Retirement Rumors

Self dismisses speculation about his future after Jayhawks' Big 12 Tournament loss

Mar. 14, 2026 at 4:39am

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Following Kansas' 69-47 loss to Houston in the Big 12 Tournament semifinals, Jayhawks head coach Bill Self addressed speculation about his future, telling reporters "Don't believe the internet or social media" regarding rumors of his potential retirement.

Why it matters

Bill Self is a legendary coach who has led Kansas to 15 Big 12 regular season titles and the 2008 national championship. Any suggestion of his potential retirement would be major news in the college basketball world.

The details

In his postgame comments, Self dismissed the rumors and speculation about his future, telling reporters not to believe what they see on the internet or social media regarding his plans. Self has been the head coach at Kansas since 2003 and is one of the most successful and respected coaches in college basketball.

  • The Jayhawks lost to Houston 69-47 on Friday, March 14, 2026 in the Big 12 Tournament semifinals.

The players

Bill Self

The head coach of the Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball team, who has led the program to 15 Big 12 regular season titles and the 2008 national championship.

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What they’re saying

“Don't believe the internet or social media”

— Bill Self, Head Coach, Kansas Jayhawks

The takeaway

Despite the Jayhawks' disappointing tournament loss, Bill Self remains firmly committed to the Kansas program, dismissing any speculation about his potential retirement or future plans.