Better Late Than Never: Former Demon Ben Johnson commits to Truett-McConnell Bears

Warner Robins High School senior right-hander Ben

Johnson, by his own account, took his time making up his mind about where to

study and continue his playing career. The decision, however long it may have

been, is now done, Johnson will be headed to Truett-McConnell University in

Cleveland, Ga.

 “The first thing I noticed about Truett was the

generosity of coach Croley,” says Johnson of his initial visit with the Bears

staff. “He was a very nice and religious guy. He was also straightforward and

very upfront which is important to me.”

The Bears, a NAIA program, were 24-25 last season

under head coach Mike Croley. A young team, the Bears will just lose four seniors,

only one being a pitcher, left-hander Hayden Carey. Johnson, who also played

the infield in high school, will be playing in the outfield in college.

“Playing at the next level has been a big dream of mine and a goal that I have

been working for all my life so to say that I am ready would be an

understatement,” says Johnson of his move to college. “I am more ready to leave

home and play at the next level. This is the start of a new chapter in my

life.”

The coaching staff at Truett-McConnell, according

to the head coach is happy to have him start that chapter. “We are excited to

add Ben to our program,” said Bears head coach Mike Croley. “We have a nice

incoming freshman class that he should fit into nicely.

Johnson, who played first and third base along with

pitching for the Demons will play in the outfield for Croley and the Bears.

Truett-McConnell plays in the Appalachian Athletic Conference and hosts

an annual unsigned 2018 and 2019 rising senior player showcase, the Bears

Baseball High School Showcase, on July 12.

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