Kansas Athletics has announced a different setup for Late Night in the Phog this year, giving the long-running preseason tradition a new format in Lawrence. The updated plan will feature separate events for the Kansas men’s and women’s basketball teams instead of one combined showcase.
The change marks a notable shift for one of the school’s signature basketball events. Late Night in the Phog has long served as an early look at the Jayhawks before the season, and the new structure puts individual attention on both programs as fans get their first glimpse of the teams.
According to the announcement, each event will include its own entertainment and basketball-related programming. While full details were not included in the brief release, the emphasis is on creating distinct experiences for the men’s and women’s teams rather than combining everything into a single night.
For Kansas fans, the new-look Late Night in the Phog adds a fresh wrinkle to the preseason calendar. With separate events for both basketball programs, the 2024 edition stands out as a different approach to one of the most recognizable traditions around Kansas basketball.
