For Kaeden Fisher of Pine Bush, N.Y., his baseball journey at Mount Saint Mary College didn’t start when he transferred in at the beginning of the Spring 2026 semester, it began years earlier through a family legacy.
His dad, Mike Fisher ’00, built a foundation with the Knights that would ultimately earn him a spot in the college’s Athletics Hall of Fame in 2020. A three-time All-Conference selection for the Knights, Mike helped the baseball program to a pair of NCAA Tournament appearances, including the team that finished the 1999 season ranked #23 nationally, and ranked him among the national batting average leaders.
From an early age, his dad shared everything he knew about baseball with is son, helping develop both Kaeden’s skills and passion for the sport.
“Learning from him made me interested in baseball and helped me enjoy the game more,” Kaeden explained. “He taught me the basics and always encouraged me to keep getting better. Even after rough days in the batting cage, he would always tell me to keep my head up and stay positive.”
Growing up hearing stories about his dad’s time at the Mount, Kaeden said the connection influenced both his academic and athletic decisions.
“It gives me extra motivation to work hard and make my own name while still being connected to what he did,” Kaeden explained. “At the same time, I try not to put too much pressure on myself and just focus on doing the best I can for the team.”
Kaeden chose the Mount for its strong baseball program, a coaching staff that will help him develop as a player, and the personal connection his family has to the college.
Being part of the program has allowed him to build strong friendships while pushing himself to improve each day. The team’s chemistry and supportive culture have stood out the most, creating an atmosphere where players motivate one another, making practices and games more fun.
Mike also expressed pride in seeing his son forge his own legacy at the Mount.
“Mount Saint Mary gave me some of the most important years of my life,” he said. “It shaped who I am, both as a player and as a man. So, to see my son have that same opportunity means everything to me. But I want him to build something that’s his. I hope he pushes himself in the classroom, competes with pride on the field, and learns the value of teamwork, along with the discipline and perseverance that stay with you long after baseball is over. If he leaves there confident in who he is and proud of what he’s earned, that’s what I care about most.”