Derrick Bruce has left Oregon State, and plans to transfer. Bruce, one of the 5 freshmen who comprised Wayne Tinkle's first "full" recruiting class for the Beavers, was one of 5 who all made a difference in Oregon State's surge to a tied for 6th place finish, and their return to the NCAA Tournament this past season.
Bruce, most noted for his press-breaking ability, got off to a good start, but an injury slowed him mid-season, before re-emerging as a key bench player for the Beavers late in the season.
Bruce, a 6'3" guard, averaged 4.4 points and 1.