The Jayhawker

Today on the Jayhawker, we’re talking about the big win over Kentucky in the Champions Classic.  We’re getting ready for the Dillon’s Sunflower Showdown, and we’re breaking down the impressive field for the Maui Invitational in Honolulu. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, the official healthcare provider of KU Athletics, www.kansashealthsystem.com   And b...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast, we’re talking to Kansas Quarterback Jason Bean.  He entered the season as the backup to Jalon Daniels, but as they say you’re only one snap away.  We’ll talk with Jayhawk’s signal caller about bowl eligibility, the teams goals for the rest of the season, and his meteoric rise. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, the official...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast, we’re getting the inside story of the Jayhawk’s 38-33 win over 5th ranked Oklahoma.  We’ll talk to Kansas Defensive Coordinator Brian Borland, about his defense’s big day, hear how he feels about getting bowl eligible, and get a preview of this weekend’s opponent Iowa State.  Then we’ll get a view from the cockpit of an epic flyover of David Booth Kansas Memorial St...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast Wayne Simien and Greg Gurley are previewing Kansas’ homecoming matchup with fifth ranked Oklahoma.  Plus we’ll talk with KU Endowment President Dan Martin about fundraising efforts for the https://kugatewaydistrict.com/ as well as the EVER ONWARD campaign—an ambitious effort to raise funds for numerous programs, projects and initiatives designed to transform educatio...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast, we’re talking with Kansas Offensive Coordinator Andy Kotelnicki.  We’ll hear the story of how he met Lance Leipold, and why he decided to team up with him for the past eleven years.  We’ll hear about their journey from Milwaukee Wisconsin, to Buffalo and now to Kansas Football.  Then, Wayne Simien and Greg Gurley will talk to the Kansas Senior who broke Jim Ryun’s 5...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast, we’re talking to one of the leaders of the Kansas Defense, Linebacker Rich Miller.  From growing up in Detroit, to his golf game, we’ll cover it all!  And Wayne Simien and Greg Gurley will give their impressions of Late Nate at the Phog, and preview Kansas and Oklahoma State. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, the official...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast, we’re reliving the glory days before Tony Sands and Nick Reid enter the Kansas Ring of Honor Saturday at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.  From Tony Sand’s 396 yard 4 touchdown performance against Missouri, to Nick Reid’s Big XII Defensive Player of the Year title we’ll cover it all. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, t...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast, Greg Gurley and Wayne Simien talk to Kansas Football star Luke Grimm.  We’ll talk about the 4-0 start and preview their big showdown in Austin with the 5th ranked Texas Longhorns.   The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, the official healthcare provider of KU Athletics, www.kansashealthsystem.com   And by the Hilton President H...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast, we’re talking with the winningest coach in Kansas Volleyball History, Head Coach Ray Bechard.  We’ll talk about his 26 years at the helm for the Jayhawks, and his plans for the future.  Then it’s on to BYU, for the 3-0 Kansas Football team, Wayne Simien and Greg Gurley discuss the latest news and give you their thoughts on the games.  And as Boot Camp fires up for K...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast, Greg Gurley and Wayne Simien talk to Kwinton Lassiter about the legacy of the Lassiter family and Kansas Football.  You’ll hear the inside story of giving his interception ball to his brother Kwamie Lassiter Jr., and we’ll talk to him about the Jayhawks 2-0 start to the 2023 football season. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health Syste...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast, we’re previewing Kansas and Illinois. We’ll talk about Coach Leipold’s big win over Missouri State and Wayne Simien and Greg Gurley will get you ready for Friday night’s matchup with Illinois at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Then we’ll catch up with Kansas Head Golf Coach Jamie Bermel to hear about Cecil Belisle’s first victory as a Jayhawk on Wednesday at th...

Today on the Jayhawker, we’re joined by Kansas Director of Athletics Travis Goff. Greg Gurley and Wayne Simien will find out everything you need to know before the 2024 football season kicksoff on Friday night, plus a preview of the timeline for the new Gateway District at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. To learn more about the exciting plans, visit www.kugatewaydistrict.com The Jayhawker is...

Today we’re catching you up on an exciting summer filled with construction projects, conference realignment and transfer portal news.  Greg Gurley and Wayne Simien will catch Jayhawk fans up on all the latest, before Kansas Football kicksoff the new season on Friday September 1st.  To learn more about the gateway project plans for David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium visit www.kugatewaydistrict.com...

When the Jayhawks signed Hunter Dickinson, they landed the most coveted player available in the transfer portal.  Today on the Jayhawker we’re sitting down with the 7-foot-1 Center to talk about what brought him to Lawrence and what to expect when he suits up this season for Bill Self and the Kansas Jayhawks. The Jayhawker is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, the official health...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast, we have Brian Hanni on to talk about new leaders in Kansas basketball, the highly anticipated Kansas football season and the annual Rock Chalk Roundball Classic happening June 8th. Below is a link to get involved and donate. Whatever you can donate goes directly to families facing a medical diagnosis like cancer. The money covers medical bills and travel expenses to...

For the 7th straight time, your Jayhawks are NCAA Regionals bound! Norman, Oklahoma, here we come! Today on the Jayhawker Podcast, we're talking with Kansas Golf Head Coaches Jamie Bermel and Lindsay Kuhle about their successful seasons, new facilities, and building a culture of winning. Continue to follow Kansas Golf as each team heads to the NCAA Regional tournament. The Jayhawker is presented b...

Today on the Jayhawker we’re talking to Philadelphia Phillies Manager Rob Thomson.  The former Jayhawk and Detroit Tigers catcher and third basement took the Phillies all the way to the National League Pennant in his first season at the helm.  As baseball season heats up we’re taking a look back at our conversation recorded in January when Rob was back in town to help The Jayhawker is presented by...

Today on the Jayhawker we’re talking to Kansas Relays Meet Director Tim Byers.  For the first time since 2019, the Kansas track and field program will host the Kansas Relays at Rock Chalk Park on April 13-15. For tickets go to https://kuathletics.com/kansasrelays/ The Jayhawker is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, the official healthcare provider of KU Athletics, www.kansashealt...

Today on the Jayhawker, we’re talking to Jalon Daniels before the Kansas Football Spring Showcase. We’ll talk about his goals for the upcoming season, and what Kansas fans can expect from their first look at the 2023 Jayhawks. The Jayhawker is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, the official healthcare provider of KU Athletics, www.kansashealthsystem.com By the Hilton President Ho...

Today on the Jayhawker we’re taking at look at the exciting changes in store for Kansas Athletics.  We’ll take a look at the new plans to renovate Allen Fieldhouse, the Anderson Complex, and the Wagnon Student Athlete Center.  The Jayhawker is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, the official healtcare provider of KU Athletics, www.kansashealthsystem.com    By the Hilton President...

The Kansas Women’s Basketball team is marching on, after a 75-47 win against the Missouri Tigers.  We’re sitting down today with Coach Brandon Schneider to talk about their NIT victory.  Plus, Greg Gurley and Wayne Simien break down Kansas’ loss to Arkansas in the Round of 32. The Jayhawker is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, the official healthcare provider of KU Athletics, ww...

Today on the Jayhawker, we’ll look back at the Big XII Tournament, the strength of the conference, and hear Greg and Wayne go over their NCAA Tournament brackets. The Jayhawker Podcast is brought to you by the University of Kansas Health System, the official health care provider of KU Athletics, the Hilton President Hotel, and the Kansas City BBQ store. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Today on the Jayhawker, we’re talking with Big XII Player of the Year and first team All American Jalen Wilson.  We’ll compare notes about Senior Night speeches, talk about his incredible season, and look ahead to what will come after his Jayhawk career.  The Jayhawker Podcast is brought to you by the University of Kansas Health System, the official health care provider of KU Athletics, the Hilton...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast we’re talking with Kansas Assistant Coach Kurtis Townsend.  We’ll talk about how he came to be a Jayhawk, get his predictions for the Big XII Tournament and March Madness, and share stories from his impressive twenty years with the team.   The Jayhawker is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, the official healthcare provider of KU Athletics, www.kansa...

Today on the Jayhawker Podcast we’re talking with Kansas Guard Kevin McCullar.  We’ll get his thoughts on the season so far, find out about his plans for Senior Night, and look ahead to the Jayhawk’s chances in the Big XII Tournament and March Madness.   The Jayhawker is presented by the University of Kansas Health System, the official healtcare provider of KU Athletics, visit www.kansashealthsyst...