Derek Sikora has taken over the head coaching position as UW-Eau Claire after long time coach Don Parker announced his retirement. Parker spent 32 seasons at Eau Claire, coaching 15 All-Americans and one national champion. Sikora was that national champion in 2006 when the Blugolds placed 16th in the NCAA. Sikora was a three time All-American and was an assistant coach at Eau Claire last season.