- Program
- Kansas
- Level
- FBS
- In Role Since
- 2021
- Conference
- Big 12
- Education
- B.A. and M.Ed. in Sociology and Guidance and Counseling from Wisconsin-Whitewater
Profile
Lance Leipold became Kansas' head coach in 2021, rapidly rebuilding the Jayhawks program with back-to-back bowl appearances in 2022 and 2023, a first since program history. Previously, he achieved unprecedented success at Wisconsin-Whitewater with six Division III national titles and at Buffalo with multiple bowl victories and program records. Leipold is recognized for transforming programs and developing award-winning players, exemplified by his national Coach of the Year honors during his career.
Coaching Approach
Leipold builds winning cultures through disciplined, defense-oriented teams paired with explosive offenses. He focuses on long-term program growth, achieving historic milestones such as breaking losing streaks against ranked opponents and securing landmark victories on the road. His recruiting and player development yield multiple all-conference selections and professional prospects.
Career Highlights
- Fastest coach in NCAA history to 100 wins
- Led Kansas to first bowl berth since 2008 and snapped 44-game ranked opponent losing streak
- Won six Division III national championships at Wisconsin-Whitewater
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