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Bill Self Hospitalized for Second Cardiac Procedure, Two Stents Inserted

The second stent procedure in two years has revived discussion over who will guide Kansas when the season begins.

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Mar 20, 2025; Providence, RI, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images/File Photo
Kansas basketball coach Bill Self is "expected to make a full recovery" after being hospitalized and undergoing a procedure.
PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND - MARCH 20: Head coach Bill Self of the Kansas Jayhawks looks on during the second half in the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Amica Mutual Pavillion on March 20, 2025 in Providence, Rhode Island. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Bill Self was admitted to Lawrence Memorial Hospital on July 24 after experiencing concerning symptoms and received two stents to open blocked arteries
  • Kansas Athletics reported the 62-year-old coach is in good spirits, with the procedure described as successful and discharge expected soon
  • This marks Self’s second cardiac intervention since a 2023 heart catheterization that sidelined him for the Big 12 and NCAA tournaments
  • No timetable has been announced for Self’s return to coaching ahead of the 2025–26 season
  • New assistant Jacque Vaughn and Kansas’ support staff are preparing to oversee daily operations until Self resumes his duties