4-star SG Aiden Derkack commits to Dayton

Former Providence signee chooses Dayton over other offers

Mar. 22, 2026 at 4:58pm

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Four-star shooting guard Aiden Derkack, a former Providence signee, has committed to play basketball at the University of Dayton. Derkack, a 6-foot-5 senior from Spire Academy in Ohio, is the younger brother of current Dayton senior guard Jordan Derkack.

Why it matters

Derkack's commitment is a big boost for the Dayton Flyers' 2026 recruiting class, as he is ranked as the No. 66 overall recruit in the nation and the No. 17 shooting guard. His addition helps Dayton continue to build a strong roster and compete in the Atlantic 10 conference.

The details

Derkack was originally signed to play at Providence, but reopened his recruitment after the school parted ways with head coach Kim English. The New Jersey native is now headed to Dayton, where he will join his older brother Jordan on the Flyers' roster. Scouting reports describe Derkack as a 'jack-of-all-trades' wing player who plays hard, has a natural feel for the game, and can contribute in multiple ways.

  • Derkack committed to Dayton on March 22, 2026.

The players

Aiden Derkack

A four-star shooting guard in the 2026 recruiting class, ranked as the No. 66 overall player and No. 17 shooting guard in the nation.

Jordan Derkack

Aiden's older brother, who is currently a senior guard for the Dayton Flyers, averaging 9.2 points and 4.8 rebounds per game.

Kim English

The former head coach of the Providence Friars, who parted ways with the program and led Aiden Derkack to reopen his recruitment.

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What they’re saying

“'Derkack is a jack-of-all-trades type of wing. Someone who puts their fingerprints on many aspects of an outcome. For starters, the 6-foot-6 wing plays hard and has a natural feel. He is comfortable attacking from the wing, getting teammates involved, and also defending multiple positions. He will need to work on his shooting consistency, but he limits turnovers and puts the ball in advantageous situations.'”

— Jamie Shaw, Rivals National Recruiting Analyst

What’s next

Derkack will join the Dayton Flyers for the 2026-27 season, where he will look to make an immediate impact alongside his brother Jordan.

The takeaway

Dayton has landed a key piece for their 2026 recruiting class in Aiden Derkack, a versatile and talented wing player who should help the Flyers continue their success in the Atlantic 10 conference.