The University of Kansas on Tuesday released the full slate of opponents for both its men’s and women’s basketball teams for the 2026‑27 season. The announcement comes as the program prepares for a year marked by high‑profile non‑conference games, a revamped roster and a renewed push to reclaim its place among the nation’s elite.
Big 12 matchups
In the Big 12, the Jayhawks will meet Baylor, Iowa State and Kansas State on both home and road courts. In addition, they will host Arizona State, Colorado, Oklahoma State, Texas Tech, UCF and West Virginia while traveling to face Arizona, BYU, Cincinnati, Houston, TCU and Utah.
The women’s team will also play a double‑round robin against Iowa State, Kansas State and Oklahoma State within the conference. Their home slate includes Arizona, Arizona State, Baylor, Texas Tech, TCU and UCF, while road trips take them to BYU, Cincinnati, Colorado, Houston, Utah and West Virginia.
Recruiting buzz
The incoming class brings a wave of excitement, headlined by No. 1 recruit Tyran Stokes and five‑star forward Taylen Kinney. Both players are expected to add depth and versatility to the frontcourt. The roster also welcomes 6‑foot‑4 McDonald’s All‑American center Cydnee Bryant and former Xavier guard Mariyah Noel, a Kansas City native who brings experience and tenacity.
Non‑conference showdowns
Beyond the conference, Kansas will test itself against Big Ten powerhouses Minnesota, Northwestern and Nebraska in a neutral‑site tournament in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The schedule also features a marquee matchup against Kentucky in Chicago and a road test at UConn, promising early‑season benchmarks for the team.
With a blend of seasoned returnees — including Jaliya Davis, S’Mya Nichols and junior forward Regan Williams — and a infusion of fresh talent, the Jayhawks hope to translate the promising roster into on‑court success. Coach Bill Self, now in his 25th year at the helm, emphasized that the announced schedule provides the perfect laboratory to fine‑tune strategies before the Big 12 battle begins.