Christopher Newport University

2023 -- Freshman -- Saw action in two games during his first season with the Captains ... Made collegiate debut at Colorado College on September 23 ... Added an appearance against Salisbury on October 7 ... Took one shot, putting an attempt on frame against the Sea Gulls

At Ocean Lakes -- Rush National Team Selection ... Participated in several elite national tournaments including Dallas Cup, Surf Cup, USA Cup, and Northampton Cup ... CCL Select National Team Selection ... CCL 9 game goal streak; 11 Goal contributions in last 5 Varsity HS games including Man of the Match in Regional Playoff game ... Made multiple state cup final four appearances with VA Rush ... Member of the National Honor Society

Personal -- Derek Edward Sapone was born in Norfolk, Va. ... Son of Derek and Gretchen Sapone ... Has one sister, Mia ... Favorite athlete is Son Heung-Min ...  Person in history he'd most like to meet is Pele ... Most impressive person met is Wayne Rooney ... Dream vacation is a trip to Bora Bora ... Favorite food is steak ... Favorite movie is The Dark Knight and favorite TV show is Peaky Blinders ... Favorite book is The Children of Time and favorite musician is Red Hot Chili Peppers ... Aspires to become a psychiatrist to help those in need ... Majoring in Pre-Med / Psychology.