Derek Waldeck

Derek Waldeck (born February 1, 1998) is an American soccer player who currently plays for USL League One club Spokane Velocity.

Playing career Youth, college and amateur Waldeck played youth soccer with FC Los Angeles, SCV Magic and Real So Cal in California before playing college soccer at Stanford University. During his time at Stanford, Waldeck made 89 appearances, scoring 6 goals and tallying 22 assists.

While at college, Waldeck played with USL League Two side Southern California Seahorses in both 2018 and 2019.

MLS SuperDraft On January 13, 2020, Waldeck was selected 66th overall in the 2020 MLS SuperDraft by FC Dallas.

North Texas SC On February 14, 2020, Waldeck signed with North Texas SC, the USL League One affiliate of FC Dallas. He made his professional debut on July 25, 2020, starting in a 2–1 victory over Forward Madison.

Greenville Triumph On August 16, 2022, Waldeck signed with USL League One side Greenville Triumph.

One Knoxville Waldeck joined League One expansion club One Knoxville on January 27, 2023.

Spokane Velocity On December 20, 2023, it was announced Waldeck would be part of Spokane Velocity's inaugural season in the USL League One.

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