Get to Know: CJ Fulton

Name: CJ Fulton

Age: 18

Position: Point Guard

Current Team: The Winchendon School

Previous Teams: Belfast Star, St. Malachy’s College

International Honours: Represented Ireland at U16 and U18 level; Played in 3 European Championships; Co-captained Ireland U16 Team; Dussman Tournament MVP 2018; Dussman Tournament Winners 2019.

How did you get into basketball: "My Dad’s side of the family were all involved in basketball, either through playing or coaching. I played a lot of different sports growing up but fell in love with basketball at a young age."

Best tip you’d give to an aspiring basketball player: "I think this pandemic has reminded a lot of us not to take anything for granted. You don’t know what is going to happen so I would just say work hard, enjoy the process, and be a great teammate."

Favourite player growing up: "I love watching Steph Curry and I was a big fan of Steve Nash as well. I actually can’t remember watching a lot of Irish Basketball when I was younger because I was usually more focused on shooting in the side baskets or playing 1v1 during timeouts. I was too young to see my Dad play but I really liked watching Isaac Westbrooks and Stephen Dawson for Star."

Favourite current player: "Nikola Jokic"

Toughest opponent you have faced on the court: "Kyle Hosford is a really good player, I’ve only played against him a few times but always found him to be a tough match-up. Going up against the Quinn twins in practice is always tough as well."

Your best moment on a basketball court: "Winning All-Ireland titles with St. Malachy’s was always a great feeling and then scoring 15 three-pointers in one of those finals was a fun moment."

Basketball career goals: "Play college basketball in the US at a good level and then see what happens after that. It would be nice to play professionally for a few years in Europe if I get the chance and hopefully, I’ll be able to help Star win more titles as well."

Hobbies outside basketball: "Walking the dog, Spanish, watching sports on TV."

Favourite Food: "Steak sandwich"

Favourite music band or artist: "Chris Brown or Dermot Kennedy"

Your TV series recommendation: "Suits"

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