DeVries’ Bold Shift: Embracing Size to Revitalize Indiana Basketball
Indiana University's coach Darian DeVries is retooling his roster, turning to larger front‑court players to improve rebounding and defensive efficiency.
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Indiana University's coach Darian DeVries is retooling his roster, turning to larger front‑court players to improve rebounding and defensive efficiency.
Indiana's basketball program is pivoting toward a more physical approach, as Coach Darian DeVries adds Aiden Sherrell and Samet Yigitoglu to a roster that struggled last year.

A rising junior from Burkina Faso, Yann Kamagate, has pledged to Indiana University, bringing a rare blend of size, shot‑blocking and raw talent to the Hoosiers’ roster.

A towering center from Burkina Faso impresses scouts with rebounding and shot‑blocking stats, securing a scholarship from Indiana and attracting interest from several other elite programs.

After missing the Big Ten tournament, Indiana rallied in its last series against Illinois, showcasing key performances from players like Owen ten Oever and Tony Neubeck while navigating injuries and bullpen struggles.

Mason McDermott, a four‑star offensive lineman from Noblesville, announced his verbal commitment to Indiana University after an official visit, joining Jeremiah Jones as the second in‑state recruit and bringing the class total to six pledges.
Indiana University secured a high-profile commitment on Thursday as Mason McDermott, a 6-foot-7, 300-pound four-star prospect, announced his pledge to the Hoosiers, marking the second in-state recruit for the 2027 class.

Mason McDermott, a top-ranked offensive line prospect, announced his commitment to Indiana University after an official visit, bolstering the Hoosiers' recruiting class.

Indiana University is set to welcome its twelfth scholarship athlete for the 2026‑27 season, a move that deepens the roster and fuels optimism across multiple programs.

The Rivals live stream will broadcast Sharpe’s decision, capping a high school career marked by consecutive state titles and over 1,300 receiving yards.

Indiana University’s head coach Darian DeVries attended the Under Armour Next showcase to scout five‑star guard Chase Branham, who recently captured a Class 4A state championship and participated in the USA Basketball Junior National Team minicamp.

Indiana’s latest recruitment coup sees Chase Lumpkin, a 4‑star guard ranked No. 44 nationally, commit to the Hoosiers, joining fellow 4‑star Chase Branham in the 2027 class.

Athlon’s 2026 College Football Preview places Iowa eighth in the Big Ten and 25th nationally, spotlighting coach Kirk Ferentz’s 28th year, key player recognitions and predictions for the upcoming season.

Seven‑foot junior Isaiah Hill, the reigning Marion County Player of the Year, announced his commitment to Purdue University, citing the program’s development pathway and coaching staff as key factors. Ranked among the nation’s elite prospects, Hill set ambitious goals for his senior season, including a state championship and the coveted Indiana Mr. Basketball award.

Isaiah Hill, a 7‑foot center ranked among the nation's top prospects, has pledged to play for Purdue, marking a milestone for the program and its coaching staff.

Coach Darian DeVries explains how the Hoosiers will blend new talent, experiment with twin‑big lineups and use an overseas trip to Peru to maximize practice time.
A late surge, a spectacular catch and a coach’s fleeting ‘team of destiny’ comment turned a regular matchup into a story of resurgence.

Mason Oglesby will reveal his college decision on May 23, choosing among Indiana, Kansas, North Carolina and Ohio State after Wisconsin and Purdue were removed from contention.

After a sub‑par first season, Indiana is banking on a highly rated transfer class and the arrival of 6‑foot‑11 forward Aiden Sherrell to revitalize its frontcourt and defensive identity.

At a campus‑wide event, Indiana’s head coach outlined the program’s momentum, the backing of university leaders, and his approach to recruiting and championship aspirations.

The Hoosiers wrapped up spring workouts, retaining key playmakers and adding a Michigan State transfer. With a deep, versatile receiving group and a quarterback ready to click, Indiana aims to elevate its offense in the 2026 season.

At a May 14, 2026 gathering in Carmel, Indiana, Coach Darian DeVries detailed the Hoosiers' roster moves, recruitment philosophy, and summer expedition to Peru.

Despite ranking tenth in athletic department revenue and allocating $74 million to football, USC remains a historic blue‑blood program with aspirations of returning to championship contention.

A high school standout's 35‑point showing sparked a series of moves that led him from Notre Dame to Indiana, driven by a trusted coach.