2013 Class Profile: Hermitage RB Derrick Green

Derrick Green recalls entering Hermitage High School (Richmond, VA) weighing 268 pounds. Realizing he couldn’t do what he wanted – play running back – unless he trimmed down, Green worked hard and is now 215 pounds heading into his junior season. The Panthers standout has also become one of the most coveted running backs in the state of Virginia’s 2013 class.

“I think I did okay. I think it could’ve been better,” Green said referring to his sophomore season performance. In 2010, he rushed for over 600 yards and eight touchdowns on a Hermitage team that made the Group AAA Division 6 state championship game. “Last year I weighed in at about 230, ran about a 4.7. This year I think I’m going to progress and help get my team back to states.

“I just work out every day. I work for perfection. I work out to get better every day. Right now, I’m about 215. I run a 4.3, so I’m just excited for the season.”

Hermitage head coach Patrick Kane has seen the 5’11” tailback’s commitment first hand.

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