Summer Workouts Begin
Indiana University’s men’s basketball program kicked off its summer training camp this week, bringing together a top‑5 recruiting class that includes a mix of high‑profile transfers, freshmen and international prospects. Coach Darian DeVries, who took over the helm last season, said the energy in the gym has been electric, with every newcomer eager to prove themselves.
Among the arrivals, 6‑foot‑11 forward Aiden Sherrell stands out after a season at his previous school where he posted 11.1 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.2 blocks per game. Guard Markus Burton, a 5‑foot‑11 playmaker, averaged 18.5 points last year and is expected to add a dynamic scoring punch. Both players are slated to contribute immediately.
The frontcourt will also feature SMU big man Samet Yiğitoğlu, who brings a blend of size and skill, while Georgia Tech combo guard Jaeden Mustaf and Villanova guard Bryce Lindsay round out a deep backcourt rotation. Duke transfer Darren Harris adds versatility, depth and shooting on the wing, giving the Hoosiers multiple options in the paint and on the perimeter.
Freshmen entering the fold include four‑star guard Prince‑Alexander Moody and 7‑foot German center Clemens Sokolov, who will test the limits of the team’s size and shooting range. Their arrival coincides with the departure of several seniors, leaving a roster that, according to DeVries, is hungry for redemption after a season that saw Indiana lose seven of its final eight games.
Beyond domestic workouts, the squad will travel to Peru to compete in the FISA America Games, using the experience to represent Team USA and sharpen their chemistry against international competition. The trip is part of a broader strategy to build cohesion before the regular season begins.
DeVries emphasized that the passion of Indiana fans and the storied brand of the Hoosiers remain central to recruiting, noting that every portal addition retains two years of eligibility and that only one player on the current roster has prior mid‑major experience. The ultimate aim is clear: return to the NCAA Tournament and push further than the program has in recent years.