Ashley Johnson '25 Recruiting Profile

My coaches call me a Golden Retriever and it's not just because of the blonde hair.  They call me a Golden Retriever because I refuse to let a ball hit the ground without doing everything in my power to get it.  I will do amazing acrobatic feats to keep a ball in play.  So amazing that I am often surprised at what I have done. (LOL)  This is what makes me a great defender, getting the balls that look impossible.  Also, like a Golden Retriever, I can do other tricks.  This is what makes me a good split blocker.  Combined with my acrobatics, I can pop right back up and hit the ball down the line or to a corner.  It makes me a versatile partner able to work with people of all skill sets. In addition, Golden Retrievers are some of the happiest animals on earth.  I seem to share this quality as well.  My teammates and coaches say I am always encouraging and supportive and make stressful situations fun.  When you love what you do, it comes easily.  Finally, I think my coaches call me a Golden Retriever because I am loyal.  When I make a commitment I see it through to the best of my ability.  I will go to the ends of the earth to make my coaches and my team proud of me.