Pierce Johnson Commits To Windsor
Pierce Johnson (centre) commits to the Windsor Lancers alongside his CKSS coaches Brian (left) and Tim (right) Leidl – Contributed Photo
The Chatham-Kent Secondary School senior had an official signing Monday at CKSS with his coaches, family, and Windsor head coach Hames Gravelle.
“I am really excited to begin my OUA volleyball career with the Windsor Lancers next fall,” said Johnson, who has helped the CKSS volleyball program to multiple SWOSSAA and OFSAA appearances.
For Johnson, a six-foot-five left side hitter, who is currently a member of the LVC Fire 18U, Windsor was an easy choice.
“It was an easy decision picking Windsor because of how great the guys on the team are and also because it was a great fit academically, but I would have to say the number one reason I chose Windsor was because of the head coach James Gravelle,” explained Johnson.
“After talking with him and practicing with the team a few times, I knew that he was going to be the guy that will get me where I want to go in volleyball, and help me find my full potential as a player and as a student. It is going to be very exciting next year since we are going to have a younger team to see what we are capable of accomplishing.”
An alumni of the Chatham Ballhawks and silver medallist at the 2014 Ontario Winter Games, Johnson is a multi-sport athlete who has also excelled at sports such as basketball, badminton, and track and field at CKSS, along with his dominance on the volleyball court.
Of course, Johnson understands it took the support of his family, and coaches, including Tim Leidl and Brian Leidl, his CKSS coaches who were on hand at the signing, for him to reach his goal of competing at the University level.
“I wouldn’t of been able to have the success I have in volleyball without the help on the court from my coaches Tim and Brian Leidl, and obviously the help and support off the court from my parents.”
The Windsor Lancers men’s volleyball team currently sit with a 10-16-1 record overall this season.