#143 | QB Elite Derrick Baker (16) The Discipline of a HS Football Player and Cam Newton Mentorship

Guest: Derrick Baker (16)

Host: Tim Guerrette Welcome to 239 Uncensored everything Southwest Florida and beyond and your Host, Tim Guerrette. This episode features Derrick Baker, a 16-year-old elite football player making waves nationally.

Derrick started his football journey in SWFL (Naples/Estero Forida) watching the game with his dad around age four or five. He played his youth football in Estero and then on with the Cypress Hornets, forming a "super team". His path led him to the East Coast of Florida for 8th grade with the Carol City Chiefs, and then he attended St. Thomas Aquinas for his freshman and sophomore years, getting playing time and loads of recognition.

Derrick made a major move, transferring to Milton High School in Georgia at the end of his sophomore year. Milton is a strong program with recent back-to-back state championships. He found the athletes there were immediately motivated to work.

Now a 6'1", 225-pound quarterback, Derrick is known for his ability to both throw and run, with a 40-yard dash around 4.5 and speed hitting 21+ mph. He trains intensely for speed and mobility. A major influence is Cam Newton, with whom he built a relationship playing for the C1N 15U seven-on-seven program, now participating in C1N 18U with Cam.

Derrick describes Cam as energetic, serious about winning, and a valuable mentor who is the same on or off camera. Derrick understands and is learning to navigate the evolving landscape of NIL, (having to work through recent deals) and complexities of the college transfer portal. Derrick currently holds over 20 college offers, from programs including Ohio State, Auburn, Miami, and Ole Miss. Auburn was the first to offer after his move to Georgia.

Derrick is focused on building relationships with college coaches and sees playing high-level college football and potentially the NFL as a realistic plan. His immediate family has moved to Georgia to support him, while older siblings manage their family's business here in Naples, Florida.

Watch and listen to hear Derrick's insights on discipline, team camaraderie, and his journey from Southwest Florida to becoming a nationally recognized high school football player! Join us LIVE at http://www.239LIVE.com or on Facebook and YouTube! 239 Uncensored, call Tim Guerrette 239-249-9423 OT Media SWFL Derek Jones 239-241-1839