Emmett Swendseid

Joined: Mar 30, 2025

Emmett is a student at the University of Kansas majoring in sports journalism. He covers Jayhawk basketball and recruiting for The University Daily Kansan.

Dec 22, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Melvin Council Jr. (14) and guard Tre White (3) celebrate on the bench against the Davidson Wildcats during the second half of the game at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Basketball

Melvin Council Jr. had an unbelievable game against NC State last Saturday. He was named the Player of the Week by college basketball analyst Andy Katz.

Jan 4, 2025; Gilbert, AZ, USA; Notre Dame High School (CA) forward Tyran Stokes (4) flexes as he celebrates a shot against Sandra Day O'Connor (AZ) during the Hoophall West High School Invitational at Highland High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Earlier this week, Vanderbilt offered Tyran Stokes, the nation's top recruit in the 2026 class. What does this mean for Kansas?

Nov 26, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Kansas Jayhawks forward Flory Bidunga (40) reacts in the second half against the Tennessee Volunteers in the 2025 Players Era Festival third place game at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Flory Bidunga has had an impressive couple of weeks for the Kansas Jayhawks. With these performances, he was added to this week's Big 12 Starting Five.

Perry Pumas forward Bruce Branch III (3) shoots the ball over Hamilton Huskies guard Davion Harris (2) at Perry High School in Gilbert on Dec. 18, 2024.

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Bruce Branch, the top player in the class of 2027, recently announced he will be reclassifying to the class of 2026. What could that mean for the Jayhawks?

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The 2026 Champions Classic will take place in Chicago at the United Center. Here is a quick preview of Kansas's matchup vs Kentucky.

Jan 4, 2025; Gilbert, AZ, USA; Notre Dame High School (CA) forward Tyran Stokes (4) against Sandra Day O'Connor (AZ) during the Hoophall West High School Invitational at Highland High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Tyran Stokes was in search of a new high school home, and now he's off to Rainier Beach in Rainier, Washington. What does this mean as Kansas continues to make a push to get the star prospect?

Kansas Jayhawks guard Elmarko Jackson (13) and Kansas Jayhawks guard Melvin Council Jr. (14) react in the second half during the Jayhawks' 90-82 win over the Louisville Cardinals in an exhibition basketball game at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky Friday, October 24, 2025.

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The Kansas Jayhawks have a big game tonight in Chapel Hill. Here are three things they need to do to secure a win.

Nov 3, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) reacts after defeating the Green Bay Phoenix at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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CJ McCollum, a 12 year NBA Veteran, had some very good things to say about freshman star Darryn Peterson

Aug 29, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks student fans celebrate a touch down during the first half against the Wagner Seahawks at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

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Will Kansas or Oklahoma State come out on top in this week's Big 12 clash? Kansas On SI experts offer their thoughts ahead of the matchup.

Kansas Jayhawks forward Bryson Tiller (15) jumps for a dunk during the second half of the exhibition game against Fort Hays State Tigers inside Allen Fieldhouse on Tuesday, October, 28, 2025.during the second half of the exhibition game against Fort Hays State Tigers inside Allen Fieldhouse on Tuesday, October, 28, 2025.

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Bryson Tiller has outplayed Flory Bidunga in the two exhibition games the Jayhawks have played in. Should a change to the starting lineup be made?

KU players look to rebound during Late Night in the Phog, Friday, Oct. 17, 2025 at Allen Fieldhouse .

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The college basketball season is just getting going, and the Kansas Jayhawks are getting some early hype.

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Kansas yet again has a loaded schedule this year. College Basketball analyst Andy Katz listed two non-conference games as must- see TV.

Emmett Swendseid

Joined: Mar 30, 2025

Kansas Basketball Showed Just How Good It Can Be Against Iowa State

Pair of Kansas Basketball Recruits Continue to Show Out

Kansas Has to Figure Out How to Dominate With Darryn Peterson

Kansas Basketball Commit Luke Barnett Off to an Impressive Senior Season

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CBB Analyst Andy Katz Names Kansas’ Melvin Council Jr. Player of the Week

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A New Top School Enters Race For Top Kansas Recruiting Target Tyran Stokes

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Flory Bidunga Named to Weekly Big 12 Starting Five After Impressive Outings

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Kansas Basketball Recruiting Hopeful Bruce Branch Reclasses to 2026

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2026 Champions Classic to Take Place in Chicago: Who Will Kansas Play?

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Top Prospect Tyran Stokes Transfers to New High School: What It Means for the Jayhawks

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Three Things Kansas Must Do to Beat North Carolina Tonight

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NBA Veteran Has Encouraging Words for Kansas Star Darryn Peterson

Staff Picks: Predicting Who Wins Kansas Football vs Oklahoma State

Should Bryson Tiller Replace Flory Bidunga in the Starting Lineup?

Kansas Basketball Receiving Way-Too-Early Hype: Will These Jayhawks Play Up To It?

Two Kansas Non-Conference Games Must-Watch Matchups by Andy Katz