Catawba Ridge's Alex Johnson commits to Boston College after wrestling title
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:11 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Catawba Ridge senior Alex Johnson has recently secured his first heavyweight state championship in wrestling. Following this achievement, he has committed to play college football at Boston College, citing strong connections with the coaching staff and the school's academic offerings. Johnson, an edge rusher, has interests in pursuing a finance major and real estate opportunities. Channel 9 is profiling 22 players ahead of the finalist voting set for September 4.
- •Johnson won his first heavyweight state wrestling title.
- •He has committed to Boston College for football.
- •He aims to major in finance with plans in real estate.
- •Channel 9 features him as one of the Big 22 Players to Watch.
- •Finest players will be highlighted until voting opens on September 4.
- 10:11 PMYahoo Sports — Big 22: Catawba Ridge’s Alex Johnson
"Catawba Ridge senior Alex Johnson recently won his first heavyweight state championship in wrestling before committing to play college football at Boston College.
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