TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.4b
24H VOL:
$235,918,089
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,884,820,873
413,109
Markets across
40,428
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,364
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Time left: 07d:16h:41m
$
This market tracks whether Will Jacque Vaughn will be named the next permanent head coach of Kansas men's college basketball. Currently, Kalshi gives Vaughn a 6.0% probability of landing the job, while Jeremy Case is at 3.0%. The market resolves based on the official announcement of Kansas’s next permanent head coach, as determined by whether that coach is Jacque Vaughn, according to the resolution source. Keep an eye on developments as the program searches for a new leader, with the current resolution date estimate being November 10, 2026, potentially signaling when a decision will be finalized.
The market resolves to Yes if the specified individual is hired as the next permanent head coach of Kansas men's college basketball. All markets resolve to No if no permanent head coach is selected before November 10, 2026, or if Bill Self remains as head coach at expiration. A permanent head coach must be formally selected and assume the position for resolution to occur.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction. Traders buy and sell contracts representing different outcomes in the Kansas basketball coaching search. The price of each contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, as perceived by the market participants. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. As more traders participate and new information becomes available, the prices adjust dynamically, providing a real-time assessment of the likelihood of each candidate. The current price reflects the aggregated beliefs of all traders on Kalshi.
This market resolves around Nov 10, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Resolution will depend on the official announcement of the next permanent head coach for Kansas men's basketball. The market will settle to 100 for the candidate who is officially named head coach, and 0 for all other candidates. Any changes or interim appointments will not affect the final resolution of this market, only the official, permanent head coaching position will determine the outcome.
Several signals could significantly impact this market. Any credible reports or leaks regarding potential candidates, interviews conducted, or offers extended would likely cause price movements. Official statements from the University of Kansas athletic department or from the candidates themselves would be major catalysts. Furthermore, news regarding other coaching vacancies that might affect a candidate's interest, or the emergence of unexpected candidates, could also shift probabilities. Public endorsements from influential figures within the basketball community could also influence trading activity in this market.