Anthony Johnson

Johnson at a glance:
A prolific scorer in junior college, he is expected to be an impact player for the Grizzlies. Also considered a solid defender and team player.

Junior College:
He was the East Region MVP of the NWAACC and the league tourney...averaged a team-high 24.4 points a game for his squad, which was 21-7 last season... shot 53.6% from the field and an impressive 89.1% (205-of-230) from the line... led Yakima Valley Community College to the NWAACC Tournament championship, scoring 38, 33, 29, and 25 points en route to earning MVP honors...also chosen the Eastern Region MVP...a two-year starter and letterman...his junior college coach was Ray Funk.

High School:
He was a two-time basketball letterman at Stadium High School...head prep coach was Paco Carthedge.

Personal:
Anthony’s mom is Lillie Hicks of Tacoma... Birth date: June 18, 1986...his major is communication studies...Anthony’s wife, Shaunte Nance-Johnson, is a 5-5 junior guard who will be playing basketball for the Lady Griz this season...it will be the first time in school history for a husband and wife to be competing in athletics at the same time at Montana.