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The #KUbball national championship is one fans are going to want to remember for a long time. To commemorate the occasion, dive into some of our special Jayhawks content or pick up a special section on newsstands today
After halftime, David McCormack helped launch the rally against North Carolina. Here’s how that play came to be, from @JesseNewell. kansascity.com/sports/college…
For the first time, The Star is offering an NFT as part of its commemoration of the Jayhawks win. Find out how to purchase here: kansascity.com/sports/college…
This year’s senior class will be remembered among the greats, @GaryBedore writes. Take a look at each of these players in their own words and in Bill Self’s: kansascity.com/sports/college…
Where did Christian Braun’s fiery passion for basketball come from? It’s all about Burlington, Kansas, @TaylorEldridge writes: kansascity.com/sports/college…
Want to remember this remarkable season and spectacular ending? Place an order for a collectable hardcover book: kansascity.com/sports/college…
Bill Self has never quite had the words to describe his relationship with Remy Martin. But somehow, Monday, things just clicked. From @vgregorian: kansascity.com/sports/spt-col…
How do you follow up a season like this? Highly-regarded recruits are one place to start. Here’s what the rest of the roster will look like in 2022-23: kansascity.com/sports/college…
Still feel like celebrating? There’s a parade for the 2022 NCAA champions in Lawrence today at 2 p.m. Get the details here and watch for coverage on @KCStar kansascity.com/sports/college…

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