West Virginia Seeks New Basketball Coach Following DeVries Departure

The West Virginia Mountaineers men's basketball team is undergoing a challenging transition after being snubbed from the NCAA Tournament and losing head coach Darian DeVries to Indiana. DeVries, who led the team to a notable turnaround this season, left the program after achieving a 19-13 record. Athletic Director Wren Baker is now tasked with finding a successor, with Ben McCollum emerging as a frontrunner due to his impressive track record, including four national championships at the Division II level and a successful season at Drake. Other candidates being considered include Jerrod Calhoun and Will Wade, but McCollum's relationship with Baker may play a crucial role in the hiring decision. As West Virginia looks to build on its recent success, the new head coach will need to attract talent and maintain the program's upward trajectory. The situation highlights the instability in the coaching position, as this marks the fourth head coach in as many seasons for the Mountaineers.