Derek Fernanders Class: Sophomore Hometown: Campobello, S.C. High School: Chapman Height / Weight: 6-1 / 142 Event: Jumps Major: Management

Before USC Upstate: Was a member of the track and field team as well as the football team ... Was selected as team MVP for track and field and competed at the state track and field championships.

Personal: Born on Dec. 12, 1989 ... Son of William and Arlene Fernanders ... Has three brothers ... Majoring in management ... Favorite movie is "Superbad" ... Favorite actor is Will Smith ... Favorite singer is Lil' Wayne ... Favorite book is "Don't Bend" ... Admires his mom and dad.