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Indiana Hires Darian DeVries as New Men's Basketball Head Coach

DeVries, known for his success at Drake and West Virginia, is tasked with revitalizing Indiana's storied program after years of inconsistency.

West Virginia head coach Darian Devries yells from the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against the Colorado in the second round of the Big 12 Conference tournament, Wednesday, March 12, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
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Overview

  • Darian DeVries, 49, was officially introduced as Indiana University's new head coach, replacing Mike Woodson after four seasons.
  • DeVries brings a strong track record, including a 150-55 record at Drake and a turnaround season at West Virginia, where his team went 19-13.
  • Indiana's basketball program has not advanced past the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 since 2016, seeking a return to national prominence under DeVries' leadership.
  • Tucker DeVries, Darian's son and a standout player, is expected to transfer to Indiana after applying for a medical redshirt.
  • West Virginia faces challenges replacing DeVries, marking its fourth head coaching change in as many years, and dealing with fallout from its NCAA Tournament exclusion.