Honor Fa’alave-Johnson signs NIL deal with Destination Kia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 10:02 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Honor Fa’alave-Johnson, a five-star athlete committed to USC's 2027 recruiting class, has announced a significant NIL deal with Destination Kia. The commitment was made public via his social media channels. Known for his exceptional speed, Fa’alave-Johnson has recorded over 22.7 miles per hour while playing at San Diego's Cathedral Catholic High School. The partnership involves promoting the Kia Telluride, showcasing both Fa’alave-Johnson's and the vehicle's capabilities. USC's 2027 recruiting class currently ranks 13th nationally, with Fa’alave-Johnson being one of two five-star commits alongside EDGE Mekai Brown.
- •Fa’alave-Johnson is the No. 12 player in the 2027 recruiting cycle.
- •He is the second-rated player in California for his class.
- •Fa’alave-Johnson committed to USC in March.
- •He has impressed scouts with exceptional speed.
- •USC aims to build on its strong recruiting momentum after a top-ranked class in 2026.
- 10:02 PMYahoo Sports — USC 5-star ATH commit Honor Fa’alave-Johnson inks NIL deal with Destination Kia
"A central part of USC’s 2027 recruiting class, Honor Fa’alave-Johnson landed a major NIL deal. He has joined forces with Destination Kia, he announced via social media. Fa’alave-Johnson has notably impressed with his speed while starring at San Diego (Calif.) Cathedral Catholic. He has clocked in at more than 22.7 miles per hour to cement […]
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