Bio: Derek is employed as an English teacher at Elmira High School and is the current President of Soaring Capital Soccer Club. He lives in West Elmira with his wife, son, and twin daughters. He holds a BA in English Literature from State University of New York @ Oswego and a Master’s in Education from Elmira College. His playing Experience: -Olympic Development Program, Soaring Capital Soccer Club, Corning Community College Men’s Soccer (1996-1998), SUNY Oswego Men’s Soccer (1999-2000), STASL (2002-2017) 

In addition to coaching for Soaring Capital, Derek has also coach in the Olympic Development Program, and the Elmira Free Academy Boys JV Soccer (2001-2005), Elmira Free Academy Boys Varsity Soccer (2006-2010), Elmira High School Boys Varsity Soccer (2011-present) Teams.