Travis Robinett

Debunking the national title

With 50 conference championships but only two national titles, Kansas has proven that the NCAA tournament is inconsistent.

Robinett: Oranges still taste good in Allen Fieldhouse

Regardless of the seating section, last night’s fans were nothing less than passionate

The Jayhawks defeated the Tigers 90-71.

Robinett: the rules of the road welcome a Missouri victory

K-State cools down with a 77-74 Tiger victory

It’s not so hard to watch Mizzou win when the Wildcats lose.

Edwards, Giuliani abandon race

Candidates drop out of 2008 presidential campaign

Democrat John Edwards and Republican Rudy Giuliani have dropped out of the 2008 presidential race. Giuliani will endorse Arizona Senator John McCain, but Edwards has not announced whom he will endorse.

Robinett: Don’t blow off Baylor

Bears show promise with top 25, 16-3 record overall.

Usually the butt of Big 12 jokes, Baylor men’s basketball is experiencing a turnaround season, similar to Kansas football’s recent success.

Free tickets to Big 12 title game

Athletics Department purchases about 1,700 tickets specifically for students

The KU Athletics Department is feeling the Christmas spirit a little early this year. It is offering free tickets to the Big 12 title game to a limited number of students on a first come, first serve basis.

Robinett: Rivalry shirts get uglier

Missouri’s new shirt contains message insulting to more than just Kansas fans

A T-shirt celebrating a victory for racism tarnishes the tradition more than poor sportsmanship does.

Kansas could win two titles

Football, basketball teams give fans hope for Florida-like year

The Kansas Jayhawks are nationally ranked in the top five in both football and basketball for the first time ever. With that in mind, University Daily Kansan editor Travis Robinett raised this question: Which title would be sweeter for Jayhawk nation?

Texas recruit big to replace star Durant

Losing the best player in the country hasn’t deterred the Longhorns

Texas was deep in the NCAA Tournament on many fans’ brackets, but some are skeptical about the team’s ability to repeat last year success after losing Kevin Durant. The team recruited several big players to strengthen their defense this season.

Editor's Note

It’s one week away from basketball season. Surprised? Wondering how time flew by so quickly? So were we.

Robinett: Hawks have new confidence

This year’s team remains tough, fights through mistakes

In past years, the football team would never have fought back from the numerous setbacks it faced at No. 24 Kansas State, but this year is different. The K-State game could mark a turning point for the program.

Robinett: Jayhawks make statement

Kansas is officially a dangerous football program

Kansas turned the corner as a football program with its 30-24 win at Kansas State. KU fans haven't seen a start like this year's since 1995.

Robinett, Fusco, and Keefer's vote on the Big 12 power rankings

‘Kick The Kansan’ makes a comeback

See if you can beat the staff picks for college football and get published

If you can out-predict the sports staff at The Kansan your name will be published in the paper. You can submit your picks in Stauffer-Flint Hall or online at kansan.com.

Robinett: New rule shouldn't change much

NCAA may expand three-point line to 20 feet nine inches

New three-point line rule showed little effect on three-point shooting during tests. Rule may make NCAA more like pro.

Robinett: Check out soccer

Watch European soccer for atmosphere

Those who like watching the best players in the best leagues compete against each other in the world’s most popular sport should tune to ESPN’s coverage of the Union of European Football Association (UEFA) Champions League semi-finals.

Robinett: T-shirts go to waste

Athletics department is over estimating the size of many students

Some students can’t reap benefits of free T-shirts because there are rarely smaller sizes. Diversity of sizes would increase their visibility on campus.

Robinett: Can we be disappointed?

Wright's decision to leave shocks fans

This column was a tough one to put into words. Hey Julian Wright, do you know what I mean?

Robinett: Please give us one more year

Don't leave the excitement of college basketball behind too soon

After an exciting year for the Jayhawks a few players may be drafted if they leave KU. They could leave legends if they stayed one more year.

Review of top 16 seeds

Not every team to play sweet

Here's a recap of the top 16 seeds, and a prediction on how they're likely to play in the NCAA tournament.

Robinett: Oklahoma City roadtrip notes

How the game looked from my free seats

If I could, I would write 2,000 words about the game. But that’s not my job. Instead, I will only write three: best game ever.

Kansas to play many styles in tournament

Big 12 teams prepare strategies to play up strengths, cover weaknesses

The Big 12 Tournament will showcase the conference’s diverse playing styles on a single court. The Jayhawks have proven they can handle the variety, but will have to face the challenge one last time.

Robinett: Not exactly bracket science

Is ‘bracketology’ bogus?

March is mad enough without the hype. With RPI and bracketology, the third month only gets crazier each year.

Robinett: Why is Texas A&M left out?

Aggies’ absence from number one consideration is strange

Talk continues about who will be considered for number one, but why isn’t Texas A&M in the running? They deserve it.

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