Kansas National Championships: A Brief History
Kansas has a long and storied history of college basketball success. For more than 100 years, the Jayhawks have been a powerhouse in the sport, making 28 Final Four appearances and winning three NCAA championships. But how many times has Kansas been to the national championship?
Kansas’ Three NCAA Championships
Kansas has won three NCAA championships in its history. The first championship came in 1952 when the Jayhawks defeated St. John’s in the NCAA Championship game. The second championship came in 1988 when Kansas defeated Oklahoma in the NCAA Championship game. The third championship came in 2008 when Kansas defeated Memphis in the NCAA Championship game.
Kansas’ 28 Final Four Appearances
Kansas has made 28 Final Four appearances in its history. The Jayhawks first made it to the Final Four in 1940, when they lost to Indiana in the Final Four. Since then, Kansas has made 24 more Final Four appearances, with their most recent appearance coming in 2018 when they lost to Villanova in the Final Four.
Kansas’ 53 NCAA Tournament Appearances
Kansas has made 53 NCAA Tournament appearances in its history. The Jayhawks first made the tournament in 1922, when they lost in the first round. Since then, Kansas has made 52 more tournament appearances, with their most recent appearance coming in 2019 when they lost to Auburn in the second round.
Kansas’ 11 National Championship Game Appearances
Kansas has made 11 appearances in the national championship game in its history. The Jayhawks first made the title game in 1940, when they were defeated by Indiana. Since then, Kansas has made 10 more national championship game appearances, with their most recent appearance coming in 2018 when they were defeated by Villanova.
Kansas’ National Championship Game Record
Kansas has a 6-5 record in the national championship game in its history. The Jayhawks first won the title game in 1952 when they defeated St. John’s. Since then, Kansas has won two more titles (1988, 2008), and lost three (1940, 1991, 2018).
Kansas’ NCAA Tournament Winning Percentage
Kansas has a .706 winning percentage in the NCAA Tournament in its history. The Jayhawks have an overall record of 114-47 in the tournament, with their most recent win coming in 2018 when they defeated Duke in the Elite Eight.
Kansas’ Big 12 Conference Championships
Kansas has won an impressive 17 Big 12 Conference championships in its history. The Jayhawks first won the conference title in 1916, and since then, they have won 16 more conference titles, with their most recent win coming in 2019.
Kansas’ Big 12 Conference Tournament Championships
Kansas has won nine Big 12 Conference Tournament championships in its history. The Jayhawks first won the tournament title in 1997, and since then, they have won eight more tournament titles, with their most recent win coming in 2018.
Kansas’ NCAA Tournament Record Since 2000
Kansas has a .773 winning percentage in the NCAA Tournament since 2000. The Jayhawks have an overall record of 64-19 in the tournament since 2000, with their most recent win coming in 2018 when they defeated Duke in the Elite Eight.
Conclusion
Kansas has a long and storied history of college basketball success. The Jayhawks have won three NCAA championships, made 28 Final Four appearances, and have made 53 NCAA Tournament appearances in their history. They have also made 11 appearances in the national championship game, and have a 6-5 record in those games. Additionally, they have won 17 Big 12 Conference championships and nine Big 12 Conference Tournament championships. And since 2000, they have a .773 winning percentage in the NCAA Tournament.
All in all, Kansas has been to the national championship 11 times in its history and has a 6-5 record in those games.