Derek Otton has earned a prestigious spot in the MMU Athletic Hall of Fame, making history as the first Men's Soccer player to receive this honor. Hailing from Mesa, Arizona, Derek started his journey as a junior college transfer and went on to become a vital two-year starter for the Lancers.
Throughout Derek's illustrious playing career, he achieved remarkable feats, including being named the 2009 GPAC Co-Defensive Player of the Year. His exceptional skills as a goalkeeper also earned him a spot on the first-team All-GPAC. During the 2009 season, Derek recorded an impressive six shutouts, with three consecutive ones in conference play. He maintained a remarkable 1.39 goals-per-game average, amassing a total of 145 saves with an outstanding .858 save percentage, which included an average of 7.72 saves per game. Notably, Derek's 145 saves ranked him 5th in the NAIA, while his 7.72 saves per game earned him the 7th spot in the NAIA rankings. His remarkable efforts contributed significantly to the Lancers' success, helping them set a former school record for wins in a single season.
In the 2008 season, Derek continued to impress, ranking 6th in the nation with an 8.29 saves per game average and receiving recognition as an Honorable Mention All-GPAC player. Throughout his playing career, Derek compiled an impressive 285 career saves, solidifying his place as one of the most outstanding players in Men's Soccer.
Currently, Derek Otton, resides in his hometown of Mesa, Arizona. As for his professional life, he is serving as a Senior Financial Controls analyst for The Boeing Company. Derek's family includes his spouse, Kaylee, and his two lovely children, Brynn, who is 3 years old, and Brett, who is just 1 month old.
