West Virginia hiring Darian DeVries as basketball coach
West Virginia hires Drake basketball coach Darian DeVries to lead the Mountaineers after a tough year. DeVries signed a five-year contract and is praised for his coaching skills and character. He replaces interim coach Josh Eilert after a challenging season for West Virginia.
Key Points
- DeVries signed a five-year contract to coach West Virginia
- He is praised for his coaching abilities and character
- West Virginia hopes for improvement under DeVries' leadership
Pros
- Darian DeVries is known for his coaching success and character
- Drake had a successful record under DeVries' leadership
- DeVries' hiring brings hope for improvement in West Virginia basketball
Cons
- West Virginia had a tough year with player defections and injuries
- DeVries faces the challenge of rebuilding the program after a last-place finish