Johnson Helps Shorthorns to District Hoops Lead

Schulenburg basketball player Byron Johnson is a talented athlete who is cool, calm and collected on the football field and the basketball court as well. The junior has been a scoring machine for the Horns recently as they have a dazzling record of 7-2 in district play.

“He’s really matured as a player,” said Schulenburg head boy’s basketball coach Rich Hoogendoorn. “He is a very good defensive player. We beat Shiner on the road by three and they had a three attempt at the buzzer and he blocked the shot of their leading scorer. He’s a two year starter who has matured into his role and is being more consistent both defensively and offensively, which has helped lead us to our success in district.”

Johnson’s big-time playmaking has made him our choice for this edition’s Athlete of the Week.

Question: What would you say is the strongest part of your game?

Answer: “Shooting most definitely. Improved on it, been working on shooting.”

Question: Who’s had the biggest influence on you when it comes to basketball?

Answer: “My older brother.”

Question: What’s a movie you really like?

Answer: “Friday”

Question: Who would you rather have on your team: Steph Curry or LeBron James?

Answer: “Steph Curry”

Question: Where’s a basketball arena that you like to play in?

Answer: “The Golden State Warriors (Chase Center)”

Question: Who’s your favorite sports team and why?

Answer: “The Chiefs because they’re just good.”

Question: What’s a pair of basketball shoes you prefer?

Answer: “LeBrons”

Question: You’re also a receiver in football. How does basketball help you with football and vice versa?

Answer: “The footwork.”

Question: McDonalds or Taco Bell?

Answer: “McDonalds” Question: What’s something unique that you know or have learned about Schulenburg?

Answer: “They had a first round draft pick. (Willis Adams in football in 1979)” Johnson’s natural talent as an athlete has shown in this big stretch of games for Shorthorns hoops.