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FOOTBALL

Kyler Johnson

Quarterback/defensive back
EAST ANCHORAGE HS
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
SENIOR
Height: 6-FOOT-0
Press Release

Peak Performance

2103

Passing Yards

25

Passing Touchdowns

10

Rushing Touchdowns
“We tremendously underestimated how athletic Kyler was as he exploited us in every way imaginable. He was truly special.”
Walt Harmon
Head Coach - head coach of South High
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Athletic Excellence

The 6-foot, 180-pound senior quarterback and defensive back led the Thunderbirds to a 10-1 record and the Division I state championship this past season. Johnson passed for 2,103 yards and 25 touchdowns while also rushing for 10 scores. He was the State Championship Player of the Game after passing for 134 yards and rushing for two TDs in East’s 30-17 win over Juneau-Douglas/Thunder Mountain.

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Academic Achievement

Johnson has maintained a B average in the classroom. He remains undecided upon a collegiate destination.

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Exemplary Character

Johnson has volunteered locally as a youth basketball coach and referee, and he has donated his time distributing food to families in need.