Trent Sisley, the only one of Indiana men’s basketball’s three true freshmen to see extended playing time during the 2025-26 season, will return to the program for his sophomore season in 2026-27, per reporting from Joe Tipton of On3.
Sisley originally committed to the Hoosiers under Mike Woodson but remained signed during the coaching transition to Darian DeVries last offseason. Originally from Santa Claus, Indiana, Sisley played at Heritage Hills High School in Lincoln City, Indiana before transferring
to Montverde Academy for his senior season.
Sisley entered his first season receiving significant minutes off the bench before being phased out of the rotation as the season went on. His bench contributions proved critical in Indiana’s 2OT win over UCLA when he made the game-winning free throws in the closing seconds. He ultimately averaged 4.2 points, 2.8 rebounds and 0.4 assists in 13.1 minutes per game.
With plenty of attrition from outbound seniors, DeVries could use as many returners as he can get. Sisley was probably at the top of the priority list.
