KU basketball guard Kohl Rosario returns for Year 2. Here’s what to know about him
Kansas guard Kohl Rosario will return to the Jayhawks for his sophomore season, he announced on social media. The freshman had a turbulent first year at KU, losing his starting spot early and struggling with his shooting.
Here are key takeaways:
• His numbers were modest: Rosario averaged just 3.4 points in 11.6 minutes per game and shot just 29% on 3-pointers despite being recruited as a shooter.
• Scouts see long-term potential: Two NBA scouts told The Star they believe Rosario is a long-term pro prospect. Coach Bill Self’s staff believes in his upside but wants to see his shooting improve.
• His mindset impressed coaches and teammates: “Nothing in this life that is valued comes with instant gratification; it’s always delayed gratification,” Rosario told The Star in March. Teammate Elmarko Jackson called him an “‘S’-tier teammate.”
• KU has major roster work ahead: Depending on whether big man Paul Mbiya returns, the Jayhawks still have eight or nine roster spots to fill.
• He was a late roster addition from the start: Rosario joined KU last June after reclassifying to the class of 2025 and earned a starting role before being moved to the bench after six games.
The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists. The source reporting referenced above was written and edited entirely by journalists.
This story was originally published April 15, 2026 at 4:25 PM with the headline "KU basketball guard Kohl Rosario returns for Year 2. Here’s what to know about him."
