Indiana men's basketball is already packing their bags for another international adventure. After a successful preseason trip to Puerto Rico last summer, head coach Darian DeVries is taking the Hoosiers even further abroad—this time to Peru for the summer of 2026.

It’s a sign of the times in college basketball. With the NCAA now allowing programs to schedule an international trip every year, teams like Indiana are using these excursions as a major advantage. For DeVries, who led a completely revamped roster to Puerto Rico before his first season, the benefits were clear: extra practices, team bonding, and real-game experience against international competition.

This time, the stakes—and the destination—are bigger. Indiana will head to Lima, Peru, to compete in the FISU America Games, a multi-sport event held every two years that brings together collegiate athletes from across the Americas. Think of it as a stepping stone to the FISU World University Games, where student-athletes from around the globe face off. The Hoosiers will have the honor of representing the United States in this prestigious tournament.

For a team that’s expected to feature another wave of transfers and new faces, this trip offers more than just sightseeing. It’s a chance to build chemistry, install DeVries' system, and hit the ground running when the regular season tips off. And for fans, it’s a glimpse into how modern college basketball programs are using global experiences to stay ahead of the curve.

Whether you’re a die-hard Hoosier or just love the game, this is the kind of story that reminds us basketball truly is a world sport. And who knows—maybe you’ll want to rep your team with some fresh gear before they take on the Americas.