Builder : Hockey
Year Inducted: 2020-2021
Date of Birth: August 15th, 1939
Born in: Kemptville, Ontario

Derek Holmes, like many Canadians, lives and breathes the sport of hockey, however few have had such a prolific impact on the game both at home and abroad. He began as a player, toiling through various leagues, winning championships and even serving as captain of the Canadian National team in 1968. At the conclusion of his playing career, he went on to serve the sport in a wide range of roles from coach, to general manager, both at home and internationally. He was Executive Director of Hockey Canada in 1975, Manager of the Canadian National Team in 1978 and Hockey Canada’s first technical director in the ’80s. From 1980 through early 2000s Derek was one of the first agents for elite players from Europe, carving the way for many agents and representatives.