SUNY Old Westbury Athletics

Getting to Know Derek
I Chose Old Westbury Because: it’s a good school that was highly recommended to me because of there soccer team and had my major (Biology)
Career Goals After Graduation: to go to medical school but if the opportunity to play pro soccer is offered I’ll consider that
My Dream Job Is: Dermatologist
Quote/Motto: "Hard work pays off"
Story Behind Your Jersey Number: Wasn’t my number of choice so no relation but if i was offered my number of choice I like it because it just relates to a dear ones birthday and also because it was my number when I was younger
My Personal Hero/Idol Is: Sergio Ramos because of how far of a soccer player he has become and his work ethic. He played with notable teams and won championships
If I could invite three people over for dinner, they would be: Sergio Ramos, Edson Alvarez, Chadwick Boseman
If I could be someone for a day, I would be: Edson Alvarez
If I could be President of the United States of America for a day, I would: Defund the police, make peace with other countries, stop the building of the wall, funding the education system and addressing social and racial injustice

My Favorite
Sports Besides Soccer: Tennis
Professional Sports Teams: Club America, Ajax, Manchester City, Barcelona, Wolverhampton FC
Professional Athletes: Edson Alvarez, Upemecano, Sergino Ramos, Thiago Alcantara, Kyle Walker, Sergio Dest, Alphonso Davies
Book: Lily King
TV Show: One Punch Man
Movie: Parasite
Sports Movie: Pele
Meal: Dinner
Post-Game Food: Cesar salad
Candy: Sour patch kids
Cereal: Frosted flakes
Color: Black
Place To Get A Slice Of Pizza: Angelos pizza in Corona, N.Y.
App: Instagram
Most Visited Website: Old Westbury portal
Hype Song Before A Game: Icon by Jaden Smith
Old Westbury Professor: Professor Sambor
Old Westbury Staff Member: Coach DiRico