Kennise Johnson, former Example Academy standout’s collegiate team plays on Saturday, March 22 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

Kennise Johnson

By Will County Gazette

Mar 23, 2025

On Saturday, March 22, former Example Academy standout Kennise Johnson’s current collegiate team the Iowa Hawkeyes won 92-57 against the Murray State Racers in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament.

Hosted in Lloyd Noble Center, this was the first game against the Murray State Racers during the championship.

The Iowa Hawkeyes’ next game will take place on Monday, March 24 at 3 p.m. in Lloyd Noble Center against Oklahoma Sooners.

Kennise Johnson’s hometown is Joliet and game position is guard.

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