Fresno, Calif. – Jada Hunter, guard for the Fresno State Bulldogs women’s basketball team, was named Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week as announced November 9, 2026. This is her first weekly honor of the season, earned through her standout defensive efforts in recent games.
Hunter averaged 4.5 steals per game over the course of the week, tallying a total of nine steals and one block. In the contest against UC Merced, she led the team with seven steals, collected four defensive rebounds, and helped force 39 turnovers while limiting UC Merced to 21.6 percent shooting and eight field goals made.
At Colorado, Hunter again tied for the team lead with two steals and added a block. She contributed to a defensive effort that forced 18 turnovers and held Colorado to 11 third-quarter points on 35.7 percent shooting, aiding the Bulldogs in reducing a 21-point deficit to eight.
CSB Take
Jada Hunter’s early recognition as Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week highlights her critical role in Fresno State’s defensive approach. Her ability to create turnovers and stifle opposing offenses will be essential as the Bulldogs compete in the Pac-12. Sustaining this level of defensive intensity will be key for Fresno State’s success moving forward in the season.
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