Derrach West '18 Recruiting Profile

From the age of seven years old  I had my first experience on a football field. I knew then I wanted to play football as a career for the rest of my life. I grew such a passion for the sport I would fall a sleep with my helmet on and football in hand, after each  practice. I would dream I was already in the NFL.  Since my first suit up, for the first game in my life, I felt  such an adrenaline come over me that wont leave. If given the opportunity to play college ball I would represent my team and school with great sportsmanship dignity, pride, respect, honesty, and leadership.  As a student athlete it is important to always be teachable and coachable, as well as, staying humble and grateful for every opportunity given in this life. I do my best as an athlete to lead by example as the quarterback of the team, it is very important that I remain consistent at all times on and off the field. As an individual I respect everyone as a person, even those that are difficult to deal with. Academics has always been a very strong topic in my household without education you're headed for a dead end. While I do value my education, it hasn't always been easy for me. So I reach toward the goal that is in front of me, to keep me focused In knowing that there are people in this world that are less fortunate than myself. I respect and I hope that one day I too can make a difference in some ones life giving the same opportunity that NCSA has allowed for me.