Athlete Spotlight: Derek Niederhofer
Derek Niederhofer (’17)
How long have you been playing basketball?
“7 years”
Who got you into basketball?
“My father”
What position do you play?
“Wing”
What was the highest amount of points you’ve scored in a game?
“21”
Who is your favorite pro basketball player?
“Steph Curry”
What is your favorite basketball story?
“When I broke my dad’s finger while going for a layup.”
What advise would you give to new players?
“Play as hard as you can.”
Is basketball your favorite sport?
“Yes”