West Virginia University’s men’s basketball team is facing a setback as senior Tucker DeVries, from Waukee, Iowa, will be sidelined indefinitely due to an upper body injury, announced head coach Darian DeVries. Tucker DeVries has started all eight games for the Mountaineers, averaging 14.9 points and 4.9 rebounds per game.
“After consulting with our team doctors and other medical professionals, they have ruled Tucker out indefinitely as he deals with an upper body injury,” coach DeVries said. “We have a great bunch of guys in the locker room who I know will rally around him during his absence.”
This injury comes as a blow to the team as they navigate the current basketball season. The Mountaineers will have to adjust their lineup and strategies in DeVries’ absence. However, Coach DeVries is confident that the team will come together to support their sidelined teammate.
The news of Tucker DeVries’ injury will be disappointing for fans, as he has been a key player for the team this season. The Mountaineers will need to regroup and adjust to this new challenge as they continue to compete in the upcoming games.
Despite this setback, the team remains focused on their goals for the season and is determined to overcome this obstacle. Fans will be eagerly watching to see how the Mountaineers adapt to Tucker DeVries’ absence and continue to strive for success on the basketball court.
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