Hope International defensive back Ja'Niya Haley garnered the GSAC Flag Football Defensive Player of the Week honor after her performances against La Sierra and UCLA.

The freshman helped the Royals to two dominant victories as they defeated the Golden Eagles 38-0 and the Bruins 39-6.

Haley had two interceptions and one pass breakup against La Sierra on Friday. She added a flag pull in Saturday's win over UCLA.