Darian DeVries Appointed West Virginia's Men's Basketball Coach

The former Drake coach signs a five-year contract, aiming to rejuvenate the Mountaineers after a tough season.

West Virginia has appointed Darian DeVries as its new men's basketball coach, signing him to a five-year contract.
DeVries leaves Drake University after a successful six-season tenure, where he led the team to three NCAA Tournament appearances and two Missouri Valley Conference Tournament titles.
The hiring marks a significant move for West Virginia as it seeks to revitalize its basketball program after a challenging year that saw the team finish last in the Big 12.
DeVries' son, Tucker DeVries, a standout player at Drake, is expected to transfer to West Virginia to play under his father.
Before joining Drake, Darian DeVries had a 17-year stint as an assistant coach at Creighton, contributing to 12 NCAA Tournament appearances.