Jayhawks struggle with wins amid Big Eight notes and UCLA buzz
KU fans question why nine defeated opponents posted a combined 38 59 1 while USA Today CNN ranks Kansas 14th among 9 2 teams. The item cites Texas Missouri dissension, Big Eight trends, and remarks on coaching tenures and upcoming events from basketball to football.
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KU set for Aloha Bowl clash with UCLA in Hawaii
Kansas University linebackers Jason Thoren and Dick Holt relish the Hawaii trip for the Christmas Day Aloha Bowl against unranked UCLA as KU seeks a ninth win in a season that has returned the program to bowl contention. Senior Chris Banks, a two-time All-Big Eight pick, would have preferred a different site, while Banks and teammates express excitement at the opportunity to play in paradise.
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Robertson boosts Jayhawks with freshman guard debut
Freshman Ryan Robertson played point guard for Kansas in a 79-68 season opening win over Utah at Kemper Arena. He sparked a 16-4 second half run, deferring praise to Jerod Haase who scored 17 and made key plays. Robertson, a 6-5 St. Charles, Missouri native, shared in the energized finish as KU embarks toward a game with Virginia.
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Kansas women fall to Purdue 80 72 on road
The 14th ranked Jayhawks opened with a win over DePaul 82 79 but lost to Purdue 80 72 in West Lafayette. Marian Washington led KU with 20 in the second half while Tonya Kirk scored 25. Jannon Roland added 18 and eight assists as Purdue pulled away early and never trailed. KU will host the U S National Team in an exhibition at Allen Fieldhouse.
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