Bill Self

Bill Self

Keynote Speaker: Head Basketball Coach of the Kansas Jayhawks

Bill Self Biography

Bill Self is the highly successful head men's basketball coach at the University of Kansas and a Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer. With a remarkable coaching career spanning 30 seasons, he boasts an overall record of 772-237 (76.5 percent) and achieved his 700th NCAA Division I victory in 2020, becoming the second-youngest coach to do so.

Self's tenure at Kansas is marked by two national championships (2008, 2022), a record 13-straight Big 12 Conference titles, and numerous deep tournament runs, including three Final Fours and eight Elite Eights. His teams have consistently excelled, with a 299-17 record on his home court at Allen Fieldhouse. Recognized as a nine-time conference coach of the year, Self has coached 13 NBA Lottery selections, including No. 1 picks Andrew Wiggins and Joel Embiid. He is one of only two active coaches to win multiple NCAA titles.

Self came to Kansas from the University of Illinois, where he guided the Fighting Illini to a 78-24 record over three seasons, including two Big Ten regular-season championships, a Big Ten Tournament title and three-straight NCAA Tournament appearances. Prior to his stint at Illinois, Self coached at Tulsa and at Oral Roberts, where he began his head coaching career. Additionally, Self has contributed to USA Basketball's success, leading teams to gold medals in 2015 and 2018.

Self's impact on the game is further highlighted by his numerous coaching accolades, including multiple National Coach of the Year honors. Additionally, in 2014, Self received the Wayman Tisdale Humanitarian Award by the United States Basketball Writers Association and the Mannie Jackson – Basketball’s Human Spirit Award in 2015.

A native of Edmond, Oklahoma, Self played basketball at Oklahoma State where he was a four-year letter winner from 1982 to 1985. He received his bachelor’s degree in business and a master’s degree in athletic administration, both from OSU.

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Bill Self Speaking Topics

Youth Advocacy

Motivation and Inspiration

Importance of Teamwork

Being a Champion

Bill Self Videos

Bill Self - introduced as the Head Coach of Kansas - YouTube
Bill Self Locker Room Speech // Late Night in the Phog // 10.10.14 ...
Bill Self Talks 2016-17 Non-Conference Schedule // Kansas ...

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What topics does Bill Self speak about?

Bill Self is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Motivational, Sports Motivation, Inspirational, Social Activism, Non-Profit, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Success, Personal Growth, Authors, Sports and Sports Coaching.

Where does Bill Self travel from?

Bill Self generally travels from Kansas, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Bill Self is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Basketball, Motivational and Sports Motivation. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Bill Self generally travels from Kansas, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are John Calipari, Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Roy Williams. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bill Self for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/07/2024.

Bill Self Speaking Topics

  • Youth Advocacy

  • Motivation and Inspiration

  • Importance of Teamwork

  • Being a Champion

Bill Self Videos

Bill Self - introduced as the Head Coach of Kansas - YouTube
Bill Self Locker Room Speech // Late Night in the Phog // 10.10.14 ...
Bill Self Talks 2016-17 Non-Conference Schedule // Kansas ...
Slant TV with Bill Self - YouTube

Bill Self News

  • How do I book Bill Self to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Bill Self for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Bill Self, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Bill Self or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Bill Self for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Bill Self, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Bill Self, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Bill Self speak about?

    Bill Self is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Motivational, Sports Motivation, Inspirational, Social Activism, Non-Profit, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Success, Personal Growth, Authors, Sports and Sports Coaching.
  • Where does Bill Self travel from?

    Bill Self generally travels from Kansas, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Bill Self?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Bill Self for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Bill Self for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Bill Self or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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