Attended Martin County (Fla.) High School.

Twin brother Daryl frequently caddies for him.

Likes to carry five tees in his pocket.

Favorite teams are Louisville Cardinals, Miami Dolphins and Boston Celtics.

Would like to trade places for a day with his twin brother, Daryl.

Dream foursome would include Ed Bassmaster, Peter Kessler and Jack Hamm.

Motto is "Second is last."

He and his twin brother Daryl played on the same golf team at the University of Louisville. As a freshman, Derek was ranked one of the top freshmen in the country and led the Louisville golf team with a scoring average of 72.73.

Won a team-high three points as a member of the 2008 U.S. Palmer Cup Team, which lost 14-10 to the European squad.

Was a two-time All-American at the Big East Conference school.

Has participated in four U.S. Amateurs, reaching the quarterfinals in 2007 and 2008, his best finishes. Lost in the 2008 quarterfinals at Pinehurst No. 2 to runner-up Drew Kittleson. Qualified for the 2006 event along with brother Daryl, becoming first se