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Bill Self Surprises KU Students Camping for Big Game
Kansas coach makes unannounced visit to encourage students ahead of matchup with Houston
Feb. 22, 2026 at 8:35pm
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Kansas basketball coach Bill Self made a surprise appearance at Allen Fieldhouse on Sunday morning, speaking to hundreds of KU students who were camping out to secure tickets for the upcoming game against No. 2 Houston. Self apologized for the team's recent home loss to Cincinnati and urged the students to bring their full support for the crucial Big 12 matchup on Monday night.
Why it matters
Kansas has not lost back-to-back home games since the 1988-89 season, so Monday's game against a highly ranked Houston team is a crucial one for the Jayhawks' conference title hopes. Self's unannounced visit to connect with the passionate student fanbase underscores the importance of creating an electric atmosphere at Allen Fieldhouse to give the team the best chance of bouncing back.
The details
Hundreds of KU students had gathered at Allen Fieldhouse on Sunday morning to participate in a lottery that would determine the order they would be seated for Monday night's game against Houston. Before the lottery proceedings began, the students were surprised by an unannounced visit from head coach Bill Self. In videos shared on social media, Self apologized for the team's recent home loss to Cincinnati and asked the students for their full support on Monday, emphasizing the importance of the college experience and the impact the crowd can have on a big game.
- On Sunday morning, Bill Self made a surprise appearance at Allen Fieldhouse.
- Kansas will host No. 2 Houston on Monday night at 8 p.m.
The players
Bill Self
The head coach of the Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball team.
Kansas Jayhawks
The men's basketball team of the University of Kansas, currently ranked No. 8 in the nation.
Houston Cougars
The men's basketball team of the University of Houston, currently ranked No. 2 in the nation.
What they’re saying
“'I was thinking this morning, because we didn't play well yesterday. We got beat, but you know what — isn't that kind of life sometimes? It just doesn't go (as) scripted. Sometimes, things happen that you don't expect.'”
— Bill Self, Head Coach, Kansas Jayhawks (Twitter)
“'18-21 is the best time of your life so take it in slo mo. But tomorrow night at 8, put that sucker in overdrive'”
— Bill Self, Head Coach, Kansas Jayhawks (X)
What’s next
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The takeaway
This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.
