Derek Braak

Midfield · Cedarville Soccer

Career Summary A dynamic, clutch offensive threat, Derek Braak anchored the Yellow Jackets' attack across a stellar four-year collegiate career. After breaking out on the G-MAC Freshman Team, Braak developed into one of the region's premier finishers. He exploded for a team-high 11 goals as a junior, specializing in late-game heroics and postseason tallies. Braak capped off his elite legacy by leading Cedarville through a dominant senior campaign, earning G-MAC Offensive Player of the Year honors and cementing his place as an NCCAA All-American. College Bio Highlights 2018 (Senior): G-MAC Offensive Player of the Year | All-G-MAC First Team | Anchored the Yellow Jackets' front line to cap off a premier 4-year varsity career. 2017 (Junior): Led team in scoring (11 G, 1 A, 23 PTS) | NCCAA All-America Third Team | Midwest Region First Team | 4 Game-Winning Goals. 2016 (Sophomore): 2nd on team in scoring (5 G, 2 A, 12 PTS) | NCCAA Midwest Region Second Team | Netted game-winner in NCCAA Regional First Round. 2015 (Freshman): Played 20 matches (9 starts) | Netted 2 goals vs. Trevecca | G-MAC Freshman Team selection. Pre-Cedarville: 3x District Champion at Grand Haven HS | Muskegon Chronicle Dream Team | Michigan State Cup & Region II Champion with Alliance FC