KU coach Bill Self as Jayhawks depart Topeka for NCAA Tournament

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – The Kansas Jayhawks men’s basketball team departed Forbes Field on Wednesday for San Diego, the place they may open NCAA Tournament play towards the California Baptist Lancers on Friday at 8:45 p.m. WIBW’s Claire Decatur was the one reporter readily available at Forbes Field Wednesday afternoon.

The Jayhawks ended the common season with a 23-10 document earlier than falling within the Big 12 Tournament semifinals.

Coaches, gamers communicate forward of departure

Head coach Bill Self stated the group’s focus is on profitable two video games this weekend earlier than trying additional forward.

“We’ve got a long ways to go. In order to do that, the first thing we’ve got to do is win a four-team tournament this weekend. Win two games this weekend and then we’ll worry after that,” Self stated.

When requested what it can take to win, guard Melvin Council Jr. stated “energy, defense.”

Guard ElMarko Jackson echoed that sentiment.

“Energy, good energy, we’re excited. We’ve got a good opponent in Cal Baptist so we’ll start with them,” Jackson stated.

Guard Darryn Peterson’s message to Jayhawks followers was direct: “We love you.”

Self closed with a closing phrase for supporters again dwelling.

“The fun has just started,” Self stated.

Kansas takes on California Baptist on Friday at 8:45 p.m. The sport airs on WIBW.

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