Derek 'DJ' Southerland, a prominent and beloved member of the St. John's University community, passed away at 29, prompting an outpouring of grief from fans and athletes alike. Southerland was deeply committed to St. John's, attending countless athletic events and becoming a fixture of the Red Storm spirit. His vibrant personality and positive influence were acknowledged by the university's athletics department and fans, who remembered him as a dedicated supporter and a genuinely nice person. A tribute for Southerland will be announced by St. John's in the future.
A gut punch to learn of the passing of @DSPNSJU. DJ was an outstanding person who was beyond dedicated to St. John's University, the athletic teams across the board & the SJU community.
St. John's Athletics is devastated to hear of the passing of Derek 'DJ' Southerland. He brought a contagious energy and spirit to the crowd at every game he attended.
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