Johnson Men’s Basketball

2021 NCCAA National Champions | 2026 @AACsports Champions | 2025 & 2026 NAIA National Tournament Appearances

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MEN'S BASKETBALL HISTORY, YOUR ROYALS ARE AAC CHAMPIONS🏆

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

Today we remember and honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

Proud of our guys for getting it done on the court and most importantly in the classroom!

#WIN

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

Next we have 6-4 guard, Sean Capshaw. Sean was a 4A all-state member for the Bearden Bulldogs. He comes from one of the best high school programs in the country. Sean brings great size and is smooth on both ends of the court. We are excited to see how he impacts our program #WIN

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

Up next we have 6-7 graduate transfer Da’Shaun Stigler from Detriot, MI. Da’Shaun averaged 16p and 7r during his college career. He brings athleticism and scoring on the offensive end and an elite defensive mindset. We look forward to what he brings to our team!

#WIN

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

Up next is grad transfer, Nekhi Fisher. Nekhi has been a 3 year starter in the AAC at Reinhardt University. He brings length on the perimeter, athleticism, and ability to knock down shots. We look forward to seeing him as a Royal this season.
#WIN

[Logan Sharp @CoachSharp24]

All-American, 2x All-Conference, Newcomer of the Year, Conference champs, and 2 National tourneys, but this is the biggest accomplishment for @MasonLockhart8

[Johnson Royals @JohnsonRoyals]

It's Alumni Friday!

If you're looking to make an impact on our student-athletes, click the link below to give to our Athletic Scholarship fund. Donations of $100+ will receive a pair of our new Roy the Royal socks!

https://t.co/2s753qyvK5

#RaiseTheRoar | #AlumniFriday

[Pablo Cong M.S. @ScoutPCong]

NAIA Spotlight 🌍🏀
Highlighting under-the-radar programs, next up:

Johnson University/ Knoxville,TN
NAIA program continuing to build momentum, featuring a growing athletic culture, strong player development, and a beautiful campus rooted in faith-based studies.

Head Coach Logan Sharp leads the men’s basketball team and he is a young and rising coach who has guided the program to new heights, delivering a historic 20-win season in 2024–2025. He followed that up by leading Johnson to its first-ever AAC Championship in program history during the 2025–2026 season.
@JohnsonU | @JohnsonUMBB
#NAIAHoops
@CoachSharp24

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

Next up is 6-2 guard, Duke Karnes.

Duke played for a historic program in Lawrence North in Indianapolis, IN. He is a high iq player that brings scoring ability and always makes the right play. We are excited to have him be a Royal!

#WIN

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

Introducing 6’6 grad transfer Jayme Peay. Jayme is an athletic forward that provides explosiveness on the offensive and defensive ends. He has nationalist tournament experience and has also won a AAC title. We look forward to adding his skillset to our program!

#WIN

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

🏅ALL-AMERICAN🏅

For the first time in program history @unomasee has been named NAIA Third Team All-American as well as NABC All Region team!! Congratulations Mason!

#WIN

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

Final from Winona Lake.

Thank you, Royals fans, for an unforgettable season. We appreciate every one of you!

#WIN

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

starting 5 against grace college

#WIN

[Johnson Men’s Basketball @JUBasketball]

Appreciate @XavierMBB for letting us stop by and get some shots up. Awesome facility!

Next stop: Grace College😎

#WIN

[WBIR Sports @WBIRSports]

.@JUBasketball won it's first ever conference tournament last weekend and punched it's second-straight ticket to the NAIA tournament.

The Royals started the season 4-11, and the players and coaches say a flip switched when the bonds grew stronger.

[AAC Sports @AACsports]

🏀TOURNEY TIME🏀

@UPIKEAthletics and @JUBasketball receive their #NAIAMBB National Tournament assignments

➡️ https://t.co/cN0b9Sv2c0

#AACMBB | #ProudToBeAAC | #TheRightWayToPlay

[Grace Athletics @GraceLancers]

First look at the Winona Lake portion of the 2026 NAIA National Championships, hosted at Grace on March 13-14.

🎟️ Get your tix now - https://t.co/5FcmhOblro

@MUCrusaders @JohnsonRoyals @FireAthletics @NAIAHoopsReport @MUCrusadersMBB @SEUFireMBB @JUBasketball

[John Sartori @JohnSartoriTV]

Last year, Johnson University was the surprise of the NAIA world, earning an At-Large national tournament berth.

This year, the Royals are conference champions and aren't just happy to be dancing; they're looking to make some noise.

@JUBasketball | @CoachSharp24 | @livcross_

[Casey Kay @caseykaytv]

.@JUBasketball took home the AAC conference championship this past weekend.

Tomorrow, they'll find out where they're heading for the start of the NAIA Tournament.

Here's HC Tony Jones (@TJonesLive) on the historic title & what has made his team special this year:

[NAIA Hoops Report @NAIAHoopsReport]

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