Jayhawks Rally Past Western Kentucky In WNIT Opener
Kansas women capitalized on tough defense and rebounding to beat Western Kentucky 86 72 in the WNIT first round at Allen Fieldhouse. Za kakiyah Franklin led the effort as KU built a 20 14 lead by halftime and controlled the tempo after trailing at the break.
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Jayhawks focus on game as Self status remains day to day
Kansas and Arkansas players spoke Friday at Wells Fargo Arena about coach Bill Self’s health, with acting KU coach Norm Roberts leading practice. Self was seen at the arena, but his return date is unclear as KU prepares for a Saturday noon CBS matchup. Arkansas coach Eric Musselman voiced respect for Self and KU.
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Kansas guard Jalen Wilson and coach trade head tap in ritual
KU junior Jalen Wilson and assistant coach Fred Quartlebaum share a quick head tap after lineups as a symbolic ritual. The Jayhawks, 28-7, face Arkansas, 21-13, in the NCAA Tournament second round at Wells Fargo Arena.
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FDU Upsets Purdue in NCAA Tournament Twist of Fate
Fairleigh Dickinson, the shortest team in the field, stunned No. 1 seed Purdue 63-58 as Sean Moore scored 19 and the Knights denied Purdue for 5 1/2 minutes late. FDU, 21-15, became only the second 16 seed to win an NCAA tournament game, adding to UMBC’s landmark feat a few years earlier.
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