How many times has Kansas made the NCAA Tournament?
The Kansas Jayhawks take pride in the illustrious history they have crafted over the decades as a powerhouse of intercollegiate basketball. The team competes in the Big 12 and has distinguished itself with a slew of records.
The team boasts of 28 consecutive NCAA tournament appearances. Its dominance in the Big 12 can be gauged from the fact that in 24 seasons of the conference's existence, the team has won at least a share of 19 regular-season conference titles.
History of Kansas tournament appearances
The Jayhawks have appeared in 51 NCAA tournaments. The team made its first NCAA tournament appearance in 1940 and most recently in 2023. The team has been in the Final Four 16 times. It made its first Final Four appearance in 1940 and latest in 2022. The team has appeared in the Elite Eight 23 times.
However, they have been struggling of late, losing seven conference games for the first time in 21 years.
Has Kansas won the NCAA Championship?
The Jayhawks have won the NCAA tournament four times, in 1952, 1988, 2008, and 2022.
Its latest victory came against North Carolina after it overcame a 16-point deficit at halftime to clinch a 72-69 win.
The Jayhawks were under a high-profile NCAA investigation regarding compliance with the recruitment rules and went on to win the tournament despite the challenges.
The team has also lifted two Helms National Championships and has been the NCAA tournament runner-up six times.