Indiana University Names Darian DeVries as New Men's Basketball Head Coach
DeVries, known for revitalizing struggling programs, aims to restore Indiana's basketball prominence after a challenging tenure at West Virginia.
- Darian DeVries, previously head coach at West Virginia and Drake, has been hired to lead Indiana University's men's basketball program.
- DeVries brings a strong track record, including a 150-55 record at Drake and a 19-13 season at West Virginia, despite narrowly missing the NCAA Tournament.
- Indiana's athletic director, Scott Dolson, praised DeVries' vision for building a championship culture and his extensive Division I coaching experience.
- Tucker DeVries, Darian's son and a standout player, is expected to transfer to Indiana after applying for a medical redshirt following an injury-shortened season.
- West Virginia faces its fourth coaching change in four years, compounded by its controversial exclusion from the NCAA Tournament.