Goff said Vaughn has been working closely with Peterson. The first-year Jayhawks guard is expected to contend for being No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

According to Goff, Peterson has already built a close relationship with KU assistant coach Jacque Vaughn, who joined head coach Bill Self’s Jayhawks staff in May after years of coaching in the NBA.

Kansas basketball added Jacque Vaughn as an assistant coach ahead of the upcoming season. Here’s more on the effect he’s had ...

In addition to undergoing significant roster changes, the Kansas Jayhawks have completely revamped their coaching staff this offseason. Former KU point guard Jacque Vaughn returned to Lawrence as ...

Jacque Vaughn signs a 2-year contract as Kansas Jayhawks basketball assistant coach. It includes incentives for Big 12, NCAA titles on Bill Self’s KU staff.

Jacque Vaughn signs a 2-year contract as Kansas Jayhawks basketball assistant coach. It includes incentives for Big 12, NCAA titles on Bill Self’s KU staff.

New Kansas assistant coach Jacque Vaughn’s contract will pay him a base salary of $360,000 per year over the course of two seasons with the program. The contract was released to the Journal ...

Darryn Peterson, a KU freshman and NBA prospect, is learning under Jacque Vaughn’s guidance. The coach brings NBA experience to Kansas’ staff dynamic.

Just received Jacque Vaughn's contract as an assistant coach for #kubball. It's a two-year deal through the 2026-27 season. Base salary is $360,000 each year.