Northern Ireland teenager Darren Robinson has been named Derby County Scholar of the Year.
The 17-year-old has been making giant strides since joining the Rams last summer and recently made his debut for Wayne Rooney's first-team in a Championship game against Bristol City.
It has been an impressive campaign for Robinson who has managed to muscle his way into Rooney's plans just seven months after moving to Pride Park from Dungannon Swifts.
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Robinson's elevation to the senior set-up was the latest sign of progress for the talented youngster who has starred for Derby’s U23 and U18 teams this season.
He was also an unused substitute for Derby's first-team back in January before getting some game time against Bristol City on April 23.
The youngster signed a three year deal with Derby last summer after leaving Dungannon where he made his Irish League debut on the final day of the 2020/21 season.
Dixie Robinson, head of youth development at Dungannon, said last year that the teenager had the talent and mindset to make the most of his opportunity in cross-channel football.
“Technically, Darren is a very good young player but he also works extremely hard,” he said.
“He has a wonderful attitude that can help him go a long way in the game.”
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