New WVU men's basketball coach Darian DeVries is the focus of the latest episode of The Gold and Blue Nation podcast. (Photo provided by Ryan Decker)
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — After six successful seasons as Drake's head coach, Darian DeVries knew he would only leave Des Moines for a “very special” opportunity.
WVU men's basketball offers that opportunity.
DeVries was formally introduced as the 23rd head coach of Mountaineer men's basketball on Thursday at the WVU Coliseum, along with Director of Athletics Len Baker and play-by-play announcer Tony Caridi.
During the press conference, DeVries reflected on his coaching career, shared insight into his coaching philosophy, explained his approach to the transfer portal and explained why he believes West Virginia is the right fit for him.
On Episode No. 94 of The Gold and Blue Nation Podcast presented by Elite Roofing and Construction, hosts Nick Farrell and Kevin Redfern react to Thursday's press conference that included important transfer news and discuss WVU's future. I'm sharing my thoughts. hoop.
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