Basketball coach Bill Self of Kansas found himself hospitalized due to the emergence of worrisome health issues in his latest health scare.
Bill Self Undergoes Heart Procedure, Expected to Make Full Recovery
Bill Self, the esteemed head coach of the Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball team, has faced a challenging health journey in recent years. In July 2025, he was hospitalized after experiencing concerning symptoms and underwent a heart catheterization procedure where two stents were inserted to treat blocked arteries. He is expected to make a full recovery and will be discharged from Lawrence Memorial Hospital in the near future [1][2][3][4].
This health setback comes just over two years after a similar incident in 2023, when Self reported chest tightness and balance issues. He underwent a similar procedure involving the placement of two stents. Due to this hospitalization, he missed the 2023 postseason, including the Big 12 Tournament and NCAA Tournament. During that time, assistant coach Norm Roberts took over coaching duties [1][2][3].
Despite these health challenges, Self has shown remarkable resilience. He returned to coaching after his 2023 hospitalization and has been proactive about his health since then, appearing healthier. His health issues have caused concern regarding his long-term career viability, but as of 2025, he has dismissed retirement speculation and continued preparing the team for upcoming seasons, including integrating top prospects like freshman Darryn Peterson [1][2][3].
The impact of Self’s health on Kansas men’s basketball is notable in that his absences corresponded with less successful postseason runs, and the program has had to adjust with interim coaching in critical times. However, his leadership and legacy remain strong, reflected in his two national championships, multiple Final Four appearances, and a long tenure with record Big 12 success. The university and Self remain optimistic about his recovery and future seasons [1][3][4].
In 2017, Self was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, recognising his significant contributions to the sport. He has coached the Jayhawks to 14 consecutive Big 12 regular-season championships from 2004-2018, and the college basketball landscape, according to Dick Vitale, is compared to the 'wild west' due to NIL and the transfer portal [5].
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References:
- KUsports.com
- Lawrence Journal-World
- ESPN
- Sports Illustrated
- CBS Sports
Bill Self, the esteemed head coach of the Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball team, has shown a commitment to health-and-wellness by adopting a proactive approach after his heart procedures, aiming to ensure a long and successful tenure in sports. Although his health issues have temporarily affected the team's performance in postseason runs, Self's leadership and contributions to college basketball are being recognized with his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
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