Looking back on 110 years of KU basketball
We're celebrating 110 years of Kansas Jayhawk basketball. Check out this index of the commemorative special section.
KANSAN
Friday, February 15th, 2008
110 years of Kansas basketball: Presented by The University Daily Kansan.
How basketball came to be born
James Naismith explains how he invented the game.
Editor's note
My history with KU basketball.
Paying tribute to James Naismith, the man who started it all
It wasn’t long before he ended up in the Midwest, where James Naismith would mark his name in history.
The Men on the Sidelines
The Top Five Kansas Coaches
Debunking the national title
With 50 conference championships but only two national titles, Kansas has proven that the NCAA tournament is inconsistent.
The lost champions
Two 1920s teams were recognized as top-notch by Helms Foundation.
'The House of Horrors'
Early teams fared well despite playing in cramped quarters of 'Horrible Hoch'
The Best of the Best
From Clyde Lovellette to Danny Manning, Kansas has had its own team of all-stars.
Riding the wave
The Jayhawks had a stellar record during the 1951-52 season, finishing first in the Big 7 Conference and winning the NCAA title.
Remembering a legend
Wilt Chamberlain stands out as one of the greatest players in school history.
The past and present of 'The Phog'
Constructing Jayhawk history and tradition since 1955.
The evolution of women's basketball
The Kansas program began in 1968, 70 years after the game was invented.
Making a strong statement
Woodard shined as star player with KU, Globetrotters and Olympic team.
What three men can do
How Johnson, Brown and Manning rejuvenated Kansas basketball.
Danny the miracle
Manning has done more than lead Kansas to the 1988 championship.
Success of NBA players crucial to college recruitment
Former Jayhawks' success in the NBA help out the team.
Favorite moments in Jayhawk basketball
Students share their favorite times in the long history of Kansas hoops.
No scholarship? No problem
Walk-ons play for free in return for front-row seats, mop-up minutes and the opportunity to wear a Kansas jersey.
Kansas rides high in 2008 season
Jayhawks have hopes of NCAA title.
'A Long Story,' but told so well
Announcer Max Falkenstien was courtstidefor 60 of Kansas basketball's 110 years.
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