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New Indiana basketball coach Darian DeVries' career has been defined by a strong work ethic instilled during his childhood in rural Iowa.

DeVries' dedication was evident early on when he reached the national finals of a free-throw contest in Indianapolis as a child.

His parents, Vern and Marge, taught him the value of hard work through farm chores and a simple rule: always finish what you start.

Colleagues and family describe DeVries as a "grinder" who overcomes limitations with relentless effort, a trait that has followed him from player to head coach.

As Indiana basketball’s season gets underway, The Herald-Times is rolling out a three-part series on new coach Darian DeVries that chronicles his career. In Part 2, writer Michael Niziolek highlights the work ethic

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