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Irmo Today
By the People, for the People
Irmo Senior Derrick Thompson Named News19 Player of the Week
The selfless team leader has been crucial for the Irmo High School basketball team this season.
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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Derrick Thompson, a senior at Irmo High School in South Carolina, has been named the News19 Player of the Week. While he may not stuff the stat sheet, Thompson's selfless attitude and effective leadership have been invaluable for his team this season, according to head coach Alex Quillen.
Why it matters
High school basketball teams often rely on unsung leaders who contribute in ways that don't show up in the box score. Thompson's willingness to play any role and provide steady leadership for his team has been crucial during this time of year when teams need veteran presence.
The details
Though Thompson may not score 20+ points per game, his coach says his selfless attitude and ability to perform any role has been more than critical for the Irmo High School basketball team this season. Thompson is described as a "rock in the locker room" whose leadership cannot be understated.
- Derrick Thompson was named News19 Player of the Week on February 12, 2026.
The players
Derrick Thompson
A senior basketball player at Irmo High School in South Carolina who has provided valuable leadership and a selfless attitude for his team this season.
Alex Quillen
The head coach of the Irmo High School basketball team, who praised Thompson's contributions that don't show up in the stat sheet.
What they’re saying
“Derrick's selfless attitude has been more than critical for Irmo as those are the players who take a back seat statistically, but are contributors in areas that don't show up in the box score.”
— Alex Quillen, Head Coach, Irmo High School Basketball (wltx.com)
The takeaway
Thompson's story highlights the importance of unsung leaders on high school basketball teams - players who may not fill up the stat sheet but provide invaluable contributions through their selfless attitude and steady leadership, especially during crucial times of the season.
