Auburn, ME – Head Men's Basketball Coach, Dave Gonyea, is pleased to announce Ben Johnson, a 5'11" guard from Perth, Australia has signed on to play for the Mustangs this fall. Johnson, a 2018 graduate from Willetton Senior High School, comes to CM with an impressive resume.
- Bronze medal at Australian Junior Championships
- Bronze medal at Australian Schools Championship
- Aussie prospects top 40 Invitational Tournament Championships
- Western Australian Basketball League All Star 10
- Western Australian Schools Regional Championship
- Western Australian Basketball League team MVP
Ben responded to the questions below:
CM: Why did you choose CM?
Ben: I choose CM because of the culture that Coach Gonyea has built in this program. I like the way the guys work and the style they play. CM was the perfect fit for me because I believe Coach Gonyea and the program will help me get to the next level as a player and person.
CM: What did you like about the campus?
Ben: I liked the small size; it will ensure that I get to know everyone and I don't feel lost being so far from home.
CM: How do you think playing college basketball will differ from your previous experience?
Ben: College basketball will be completely different from my previous experiences because it will be more intense and push me more.
CM: What are you most looking forward to about attending and playing at CM?
Ben: I am looking forward to meeting the team and Coach Gonyea.
CM: What do you think you can bring to the team next year?
Ben: I think I can bring a high level of professionalism with a charisma. My high basketball IQ, ability to shoot the ball allows me to play off ball and make reads. Most importantly, my leadership, being a leader from my freshman year will be my biggest asset.
CM: Describe your basketball experience.
Ben: I've played at a lot of different levels and basketball has taken me a lot of places. I've played at the national level of competition in Australia and also played AAU a the Los Vegas Big Foot hoops tournament. I have played in Western Australia highest league being the state basketball league for the Rockingham Flames team.
CM: What is your biggest strength in basketball?
Ben: My leadership
Coach Gonyea added, "Ben is a solid guy who handles the ball and sees the court. I think he is hungry and wants to make a name for himself and be part of something bigger. He is exactly what we are looking for. I look forward to seeing him on the court."