Derek Drew
Camp Director & Organizer
A native of Aurora, Illinois, Derek Drew attended Southern Illinois University Edwardsville from 2013 to 2016, where he excelled as a track and field athlete. As a Cougar, Drew earned 12 All-Ohio Valley Conference honors and capped his senior season as the conference champion in the 4x400-meter relay and the 400-meter hurdles. His outstanding performance in the 400-meter hurdles also earned him a spot as a 2016 NCAA West Region qualifier. Derek began his coaching career under Kareem Jackson at the University of Wisconsin during the 2016-17 season before joining Brenton Emanuel's coaching staff at Illinois State University from 2017 to 2019. With over 25 years of involvement in the sport of track and field, Derek's enduring passion for the sport is reflected in the strong relationships he has built throughout his career, as well as in initiatives like Champ Camp, which showcases his commitment to fostering growth and excellence in athletes.