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BOYS BASKETBALL

Marcus Johnson

Guard
GARFIELD HEIGHTS HS
GARFIELD HEIGHTS, OHIO
JUNIOR
Height: 6-FOOT-2
Press Release

Peak Performance

29.2

Average Points (per game)

4.9

Average Rebounds (per game)

3.2

Average Assists (per game)

1.9

Average Steals (per game)
“Marcus is a truly special player. He’s the kind of teammate you can always rely on—someone who lifts those around him and makes everyone better. He embodies unselfishness yet has the rare ability to take over a game when it matters most.”
Sonny Johnson
Head Coach - Garfield Heights High
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Athletic Excellence

At the time of his selection, the 6-foot-2, 180-pound junior guard had led the Bulldogs to a 22-2 record and a berth in the Division III state semifinals. The state’s returning Gatorade Player of the Year, Johnson averaged 29.2 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.9 steals through 24 games. A two-time First Team All-Ohio selection, he’s ranked as the nation’s No. 22 recruit in the Class of 2026 by ESPN.com.

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Academic Achievement

Johnson has maintained a 3.52 GPA in the classroom. He will begin his senior year of high school this fall.

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Exemplary Character

Johnson is a member of a bible study group and has volunteered locally as a peer tutor.