As a Redshirt Freshman (2018-19): Did not play.
Before Franklin Pierce: Derrick played basketball and volleyball at Boston Prep...He was the MVP South Division in 2017-18 and a three-time Team Captain 2015-18...Also played for HoopStar AAU.
Personal: Derrick is a communication major from Boston, Mass....He is the son of Richard and Cyinthia Obanor...Derrick has two siblings; Anthony and Collette.