Kansas will kick off the 2024 season and the 134th season of baseball at the University of Kansas on Friday when it opens a three-game series against Illinois-Chicago at Whataburger Field. Head Coach Dan Fitzgerald will be entering his second year at the helm of the program.
The Kansas duo of sophomore Kodey Shojinaga and senior Janson Reeder were named to the Preseason All-Big 12 Baseball Team on Wednesday, the conference office announced. The team was voted on by conference coaches, who were not allowed to vote for players from their own team.
Kansas Baseball Assistant Coach/Hitting Coach Tyler Hancock has been elevated to a full-time assistant coach. Hancock will assume additional responsibilities in the role, including travel for recruiting.