Just two days after his official visit to Spokane for the exhibition against Western Oregon, four-star recruit Dooney Johnson out of the 2027 class commits to Gonzaga. ESPN’s Myron Medcalf reports that
the school’s support of Tyon Grant-Foster’s push for another year of eligibility was a factor in his decision.
“It was how they all fought for (Tyon Grant-Foster) and went to court for him and really came together in these tough moments. It really meant a lot. Even with me coming down at that time, they still took care of me.” – Dooney Johnson via ESPN
The 6-5 guard was hearing from other schools like Wake Forest, Marquette, Syracuse, LSU, Missouri, Wisconsin, and Indiana.
Out of Milwaukee Juneau in Wisconsin, Johnso averaged 25.3 points per game on a 52 percent from the field, 49 percent on three-pointers, and 79 percent from the free throw line in his freshman season of high school. He also contributed 9.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 2.7 steals, and 1.3 blocks per game.
Representing Team Herro on the Nike EYBL circuit, the four-star ranks as the No. 17 overall prospect. No. 3 point guard in 2027, and No. 1 prospect coming out of the state of Wisconsin (per Rivals).
Since October 1st, Gonzaga has landed four commits from across the United States and internationally:
Germany’s combo guard Jack Kayil (2026)
Mississippi’s four-star center Sam Funches (2026)
Pennsylvania’s four-star wing Luca Foster (2026)
Wisconsin’s four-star guard Dooney Johnson (2027)
“It was a really good process. Me and Gonzaga have been talking all throughout the year. The conversation we’ve had has been great. We made that connection in person and over the phone. Going on the official visit, it really solidified it for me.” – Dooney Johnson via ESPN
The ‘Zags got dudes’ phrase couldn’t be more true at this exact time for this program. Out of all the names, Johnson is the most intriguing due to his ability to guard and compete at multiple positions from one through three at a high level He’s an inventive playmaker who can contour and finesse his body around the basket. Johnson is a self-starter who isn’t afraid to get physical on the boards as well.
When declaring his commitment to Gonzaga on Instagram, he stated: “New chapter. Same mission.”
Arden Cravalho is a Gonzaga University graduate from the Bay Area… Follow him on X @a_cravalho
