Derek Hood (footballer)

Derek Hood (born 17 December 1958) is an English former footballer who played as a defender.

Career
Born in Washington, Tyne and Wear, Hood was released after 5 months at West Bromwich Albion. After a spell at  Hull City, he joined York City on 9 February 1980 for £2,000. He retired in May 1988 after suffering from a right knee injury. He enjoyed a testimonial game on 1 November 1988 when York City played a Derek Hood Select team. Hood was the Clubman of the Year for York City in the 1982–83 season. After his football career finished, Hood lived and worked in Harrogate as a BT engineer.