The Twelve Days of Wisewood: Day 8 - LB Devin Derouin

One of the premier linebacker prospects in Alberta and perhaps Canada has committed to the University of Calgary Dinos for 2017. Devin Derouin, from the Henry Wise Wood Warriors has signed a USports Letter of Intent.

Despite still being 17 year old, Devin will play for Canada at the upcoming International Bowl in Orlando, Florida as a member of Canada’s U 19 team in January 2017. Derouin was an all-star at last year’s Canada Cup in Winnipeg when he played for the Alberta U18 team and won team Defensive MVP honors in two games.

While playing for Cody Ehrmann in High School he was a two year starter on the Senior team as well as being a starter on the Warriors Junior team in Grade 10.

Devin played Bantam and Midget football for the Stampeders in the Calgary minor football association.

“Devin is an excellent student-athlete. He is a  very intelligent player with great quickness and range a strong hitter,” states Head Coach Wayne Harris.

An honors student throughout High School, Derouin will enroll in the Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary. He graduated from Grade 11 with Distinction and was his team’s nominee for the Harry Hood Award that goes to the top graduating High School football player that combines academics, athletics, and community service that is sponsored by the Calgary Booster Club.

“The football program at Calgary is outstanding. I also like the support system they have in place with academic counselor Dr. Cindy Baum. I am also familiar with coaches and how they operate,” stated Derouin about his decision to commit to the Dinos over the University of Alberta.

Devin is the son of Jason Derouin and Winona Pidperyhra.