Kansas men’s basketball assistant coach Kurtis Townsend is set to be inducted into the A STEP UP Assistant Coaches Hall of Fame Class of 2024, becoming the second consecutive KU assistant coach to receive this honor.

The Big Picture

This recognition highlights the prestigious accolades earned by collegiate basketball assistant coaches and emphasizes their critical contributions to successful basketball programs.

By the Numbers
  • Townsend is part of a six-member Class of 2024 for the A STEP UP Assistant Coaches Hall of Fame.
  • The induction ceremony is scheduled for May 21, 2024, in Charlotte, North Carolina, during the Symposium’s Hall of Fame Induction Breakfast.
State of Play
  • Kurtis Townsend has been the longest-tenured assistant coach in Kansas men’s basketball history, being with the program for 20 seasons.
  • During his tenure, Kansas has achieved remarkable success, including two national championships, multiple Final Four appearances, and numerous conference titles and NBA draftees.
What's Next

As Townsend enters the A STEP UP Assistant Coaches Hall of Fame, his legacy and impact on collegiate basketball coaching will continue to be celebrated and recognized.

Bottom Line

Kurtis Townsend's induction into the A STEP UP Assistant Coaches Hall of Fame underscores his exceptional contributions to the Kansas basketball program and the broader collegiate basketball landscape.