CJ Fisher was a defensive catalyst for Hope International, earning Men’s Basketball Defensive Player of the Week after a pair of impactful performances. In a thrilling 81–80 victory over The Master’s, Fisher filled the stat sheet with five steals, a block, and 13 rebounds, including seven on the defensive end. He capped off the night in dramatic fashion by converting a putback basket with five seconds remaining to seal the win.
For the week, Fisher averaged 7.0 rebounds, 1.5 steals, and 0.5 blocks per game, consistently disrupting opposing offenses. His physicality, anticipation, and effort on the defensive end helped set the tone for Hope International, while his rebounding limited second-chance opportunities. Fisher’s defensive presence and timely plays were key factors in the Royals’ success.