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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.

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, 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.