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Eric Johnson, Sports Editor, 2014-2015

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor, 2014-2015, Sports Editor

Senior Eric Johnson is a Sports Editor for The Patriot and jcpatriot.com. Although Johnson was a contributing writer last year, this is his first year on the staff and taking journalism. When he’s not busy with golf or fantasy football, Johnson enjoys playing baseball and volleyball and destroying buffet tables. Johnson is captain of JV men's volleyball, a member of the baseball team, and active in both the National German Honor Society and the Tri-M Music Honor Society. Eric Johnson can be reached for comments at [email protected].

 

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Pete Rose almost receives justice

Pete Rose almost receives justice

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
May 15, 2015
With his team on its way to an 8-7 victory, senior varsity defender Mark Bower knocks his opponent down in a crucial stop late in the fourth quarter against Saint Peter and Paul on April 17. Later that month on April 24, the lacrosse program hosted Youth Day for 175 local middle school lacrosse players to show that JC should be an option for them for high school.

Turf fields shape community’s future

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
May 12, 2015
Senior captain and number two golfer T.C. Sanders drives the ball with his second shot at the first hole at Maryland Golf and Country Club hole number one. Sanders short game plays a crucial role in determining the winner of his matches.

[PHOTO] Golf team drives into playoff race

Kishan Patel, Sports Editor
May 11, 2015
Senior varsity goalie Katy Sharretts saves another goal another goal in the first game on the new turf on April 7. The womens team lost 8-6 to McDonogh, but has an 11-4 record and will face McDonogh again in the semifinals on May 9.

[PHOTO] Lacrosse heats up on home turf

Kishan Patel, Sports Editor
May 8, 2015
Graduation succumbs to the heat

Graduation succumbs to the heat

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
May 8, 2015
Baseball clinches postseason, Mens track and field takes second in championships

Baseball clinches postseason, Men’s track and field takes second in championships

Eric Johnson and Elizabeth Driver
May 7, 2015
The women’s varsity lacrosse team practices on Tucker Field in Hickory, MD. Women’s varsity lacrosse has only three substitute players, while JV has no substitutes.

[PHOTO] Badminton booms, women’s lax lacks players

Morgan Taylor, Copy Editor
April 13, 2015
Sports Reports: Take me out to the ball game

Sports Reports: Take me out to the ball game

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
April 13, 2015
The Patriot logo is placed onto Field 2, the womens field. Director of Facilities Stewart Walker predicts the fields should be finished by the end of spring break.

Sports Updates: Turf fields slide into final stage, Athletes compete in new garb

Kathy Deaver and Eric Johnson
March 30, 2015
Sports Reports: Putting to find peace of mind

Sports Reports: Putting to find peace of mind

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
March 5, 2015
Report Card: Broken clocks continue to confuse students, Student parking lot leads down a dangerous road, Guidance Hallway provides excellent help to students

Report Card: Broken clocks continue to confuse students, Student parking lot leads down a dangerous road, Guidance Hallway provides excellent help to students

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
March 3, 2015
This desktop computer is wrapped in caution tape to represent the all the websites that are blocked on the JC network. Over 100 websites are blocked related to games, sports, shopping, entertainment, and online banking.

Op-Ed: Stop treating us like children

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
February 27, 2015
Former Calvert Hall students and lacrosse players practice with their new classmates behind the tennis courts. Athletics are a major draw for transfers, according to Director of Enrollment Edward Maynard.

Students come to JC for improvement

Eric Johnson and Mike Moxley
February 23, 2015
During practice at Maryland Sports Arena, indoor soccer coach Hayley Howe instructs her players on how to effectively pass through opposing defenses. The team lost to Garrison Forest 1-0 at championships Feb. 7.

[PHOTO] Indoor soccer coach leads team to success

Kathy Deaver, Online Chief
February 18, 2015
Dragging his opponent back into the middle of the mat, senior Hunter Ritter wrestles his way into Patriot history. Ritter won his 206th match, surpassing the record of Matt Miller, class of 12, for the most wins in four years.

Wrestlers take down the competition

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
February 18, 2015
Sports Updates: Indoor soccer falls short of championship, Lacrosse competes internationally

Sports Updates: Indoor soccer falls short of championship, Lacrosse competes internationally

Kathy Deaver and Eric Johnson
February 13, 2015
Senior heavyweight wrestler Christian Scott takes his opponent down on his way to victory. Scott is a three time all-county wrestler and competed in the BTC All-Star game for football this year.

[PHOTO] Two-sport athlete dominates competition

Alex Rasmussen, News Editor
February 12, 2015
Play some defense. Please

Play some defense. Please

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
February 12, 2015
Academic Co-Captain Justin Hawkins is hoisted to victory by William Harrison Smith IV and Eric Johnson after defeating Calvert Hall. Hawkins answered the game winning question correctly.

Academic team soars above rival

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
February 5, 2015
Sports Reports: Deflategate undermines success

Sports Reports: Deflategate undermines success

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
February 4, 2015
Senior small forward Mateus Maccieri shoots a free throw. Maccieri started his first varsity game Jan. 28 against McDonogh.

Sports Updates: Men’s basketball runs the court, Wrestling team fights to top of state

Eric Johnson and Erica Kelble
January 29, 2015
Wasting time in a winter wonderland

Wasting time in a winter wonderland

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
January 29, 2015
Junior guard Kevin Kangu studies the defenders on the court, searching for an opportunity. Kangu provides the role of an agile guard for the varsity basketball team.

[PHOTO] Week In Pictures: Basketball Game, Popsicle Stick Tables, Pow-Wow

Erica Kelble and Mike Moxley
January 21, 2015
Freshman Immanuel Quickley prepares to shoot a three pointer. He is the only freshman on varsity.

Freshman dunks on competition

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
January 19, 2015
Senior guard Kimbal Mackenzie begins to drive from behind the three point line. Mackenzies ball handling skills are a crucial part of creating scoring opportunities for the offense.

Canadian-born phenoms get RED-y for next level

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
January 13, 2015
Sports Reports: Ice hockey gets hot

Sports Reports: Ice hockey gets hot

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
December 10, 2014
Sports Reports: Fantasy Football is every mans dream come true

Sports Reports: Fantasy Football is every man’s dream come true

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
November 14, 2014
The field hockey team rushes towards the fans after their 2-1 win against Maryvale in the championship on Nov. 1. The team won the championship for the first time since 2005, which was also against Maryvale but ended in a tie.

Field hockey claims title

Will Bolton and Eric Johnson
November 11, 2014
Administration vetoes No Shave November fundraiser

Administration vetoes ‘No Shave November’ fundraiser

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
November 10, 2014
Cafeteria provides food for thought

Cafeteria provides food for thought

Lauren Glase and Eric Johnson
October 24, 2014
Objects from the time capsule were displayed in the main lobby. This included things such as photos of the school, old tests and science labs.

JC throws back to 1989

Eric Johnson and Alex Rasmussen
October 23, 2014
Sports Update: The Patriots beat Boys Latin on Senior Night

Sports Update: The Patriots beat Boys’ Latin on Senior Night

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
October 23, 2014
Paul Lorick 15 runs with the ball during the Friday night game against St. Pauls last year. JC played all their home conference games under the lights last season and will play in the first night game on senior night against Boys Latin.

Sports Update: Seniors play under the lights

Eric Johnson, Sports Editor
October 17, 2014
The JC decals were placed on the football helmets Aug. 23. On Sept. 19, before the football game against Calvert Hall, the decals were removed by alumni request.

[PHOTO] New football look changes, for now

Mitch Hopkins, News Editor
October 2, 2014
Varsity womens volleyball team poses after winning gold at a noncompetitive tournament. The tournament took place Sept. 23.

Sports Updates: Varsity women’s volleyball wins big, Orioles kick off the ALDS at home

Eleanor Werneke and Eric Johnson
October 2, 2014
Sports Update: Badminton smashes opponents, Wrestler visits Romania

Sports Update: Badminton smashes opponents, Wrestler visits Romania

Kathy Deaver and Eric Johnson
May 2, 2014
Sports Updates: Wrestling team places third and prepares for Nationals, Varsity womens lacrosse gains new head coach

Sports Updates: Wrestling team places third and prepares for Nationals, Varsity women’s lacrosse gains new head coach

Erica Kelble and Eric Johnson
February 24, 2014
Seniors Zach Hammons and Colby Fell fight for the ball. JC beat Mount St. Joesph 1-0 on Oct. 23.

Season Wrap-up: Fall sports

Emily Cassidy, Angela DeCarlo, Eric Johnson, Hanna LeBuhn, Elizabeth Driver, Billy Jump, and Justin Hawkins
November 25, 2013
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