Indiana University's men's basketball program is reportedly in advanced discussions to join the Diamond Cup, a high-profile non-conference tournament that will bring together some of the nation's top college teams for the 2027-28 season.
A new non-conference challenge
The proposed lineup for the event, as outlined by Inside the Hall, would feature traditional powerhouses such as Arizona, Gonzaga, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina and UConn, setting up a slate of marquee matchups that could reshape early-season scheduling.
Inside the Hall has launched a multi-part series examining the incoming transfer class, spotlighting prospects like Jaeden Mustaf, Darren Harris, Markus Burton, Samet Yigitoglu and Aiden Sherrell, all of whom are expected to add depth and experience.
Among the 2026 signees, Vaughn Karvala and Trevor Manhertz have cracked the final RSCI top 100, underscoring the recruiting momentum the Hoosiers are enjoying.
Coaching and community
Darian DeVries, the head coach, addressed a sold-out crowd of 1,600 at the Vision and Victory gathering in Carmel, where he outlined his vision for the program's growth and community engagement.
The same outlet's podcast, The Brink, recently dissected IU's busy spring, highlighting not only basketball but also other sports action across the campus.
Other sports highlights
Volleyball announced an overseas tour featuring exhibition matches in several countries, while the rowing team finished seventh at the Big Ten championships and track and field saw 19 athletes earn spots in the NCAA east regional.
Baseball contributed to the athletic buzz with three players earning All-Big Ten honors, and water polo added four All-American recognitions.
Additional developments include the promotion of Luke Ryan to associate head coach for swimming and diving, as well as new signings for both field hockey and wrestling.
These moves reflect a broader ambition within the Indiana athletic department to compete at the highest level across a spectrum of sports, a narrative that The Assembly Call has been tracking closely.