PR2017 May 1

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May 1, 2017

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SHELTON STATE’S CIERRA JOHNSON HONORED BY

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME

Tuscaloosa, Alabama – Following an Alabama Community College Conference Championship and third place finish in the National Junior College Athletic Association Division I National Tournament, a member of the Shelton State Lady Bucs has received an additional honor.

In recognition of her outstanding play for the 2016-17 season, Cierra Johnson will be featured in the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame’s “Ring of Honor” in Knoxville, Tennessee. The “Ring of Honor” is a display of jerseys celebrating the accomplishments of young athletes from across the nation. Johnson’s jersey will be on display for a year.

Originally from Mobile, Alabama, Johnson previously played for Blount High School. Averaging 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists per game, she was the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Tournament MVP and the ACCC and Region XXII Player of the Year. Johnson was selected to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) National Tournament All-Tournament Team, and was also a NJCAA 1st Team All-American.

“Cierra had an extremely successful freshman year,” said Madonna Thompson, head coach of the Shelton State women’s basketball team. “She has accomplished as much as any freshman can in one year. She has matured and improved on and off the court. She is on the path to accomplishing all of her goals. I am extremely happy to be on this journey with her. I cannot wait to see what her future holds.”

Johnson will be returning to the Lady Bucs in the fall for her sophomore year. Following graduation from Shelton State, she has committed to play for the University of Alabama.

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