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Kansas Basketball Fans Flood Social Media with Love for David Coit

The Northern Illinois transfer guard is quickly becoming a fan favorite in Lawrence.
Mathey Gibson|
Feb 22, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard David Coit (8) celebrates after scoring against the Oklahoma State Cowboys during the second half at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
Feb 22, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard David Coit (8) celebrates after scoring against the Oklahoma State Cowboys during the second half at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Kansas basketball fans can’t get enough of David “Diggy” Coit right now.

The senior guard and Northern Illinois might be one of the smallest guys on the court at 5-foot-11, but he plays with a fire that’s impossible to ignore. Whether he’s drilling deep threes or diving for loose balls, Coit has quickly become a fan favorite under Bill Self in Lawrence.

Saturday’s game against Oklahoma State only added to the hype. Coming off the bench, Coit dropped 15 points, hitting 5-of-9 shots from beyond the arc.

His energy was contagious, and Kansas fans took to social media to let him know just how much they appreciate his effort.

Even Bill Self had to give him his props. “I hope he never misses,” Self joked after the game. “But no, I'm looking for instant offense, that’s what he is.”

Coit has been on a hot streak lately, shooting 50% from three over his last five games. On the season, he’s hitting 37.3% from deep—solid numbers for someone providing a spark off the bench.

Believe it or Not

Things Might Be Different

There's a Chance

A Bigger Role Coming?

He's Certainly Helping in a Big Way

Put Him in the Rafters?

The Big 12 is Taking Notice

Team Leader

Good Company

Mr. President?

With March approaching, Kansas is going to need every bit of Coit’s energy and shooting. If he keeps this up, expect even more love from fans

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MATHEY GIBSON

Mathey Gibson is the Managing Editor for the Kansas Jayhawks On SI. A graduate of the University of Alabama, he has extensive experience covering major college sports, including reporting on Crimson Tide athletics since 2019 for outlets like Alabama Crimson Tide On SI, The Crimson White, and Tide Illustrated. Now focused on Kansas, Gibson has covered significant events such as the NCAA Tournament, College World Series, and the College Football Playoff, bringing a deep understanding of collegiate athletics to one of the nation’s premier programs.

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