Indiana University Shocks College Basketball with Darian DeVries Hiring
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – In a move that has taken the college basketball world by surprise, Indiana University has named Darian DeVries as its new head men’s basketball coach. DeVries, who spent just one season at West Virginia, will take over for Mike Woodson, who coached the Hoosiers for the past three seasons.
DeVries’ hiring marks a significant shift for Indiana, a program with deep basketball tradition and high expectations. Prior to his brief tenure at West Virginia, DeVries made a name for himself as the head coach at Drake, where he turned the Bulldogs into a consistent contender in the Missouri Valley Conference. His ability to develop talent and build competitive teams caught the attention of major programs, leading to his move to West Virginia last season.
At Indiana, DeVries will be tasked with restoring the Hoosiers to national prominence. The team has struggled to reach the heights of its storied past, with inconsistent performances in the Big Ten and limited NCAA Tournament success in recent years. DeVries’ up-tempo offensive style and strong recruiting background could provide the spark Indiana needs to compete at the highest level once again.
Indiana’s decision to part ways with Woodson was met with mixed reactions, as the former NBA coach and IU alum had some success but failed to take the program deep into March Madness. Now, with DeVries at the helm, the Hoosiers hope for a fresh start and a return to championship contention.
- The announcement has already generated significant buzz among fans and analysts, with many eager to see how DeVries will shape the future of Indiana basketball. His first major tasks will include assembling a coaching staff, retaining key players, and hitting the recruiting trail to solidify the Hoosiers’ roster for the upcoming season.
