The
athlete: De’Auonte will redshirt the 2006-07 season…was VU’s
third-leading scorer last year…averaged 7.6 points and 4.8 rebounds in
his first season with the Lions…named VU Lion of the Week as a
junior…transferred to Vanguard from Allan Hancock Junior College in
Santa Maria, California…was an HM All-Conference player and led the
team in rebounds during the 2004-05 season…averaged double digits in
scoring and rebounding at AHJC…played his freshman year at Navarro
Junior College in Corsicana, Texas…2003 graduate of Ridgeway High
School in Memphis, Tennessee…rebounding leader and high school team
MVP…helped RHS earn two State Championships…also ran Track in high
school…has played basketball for ten years…good athlete…great overall
basketball skills…runs the court well and can rebound with the
best…left-handed shooting guard with good size…will also play the wing
and can score from anywhere on the court…played a big role in VU’s
20-13 season in 2006…helped the Lions finish third in the GSAC and make
their second NAIA National Tournament appearance…talented player…will
be missed in 2007 as he prepares academically for his final year of
school and collegiate basketball.
The person: De’Auonte’ was born on May 28, 1985 in Memphis,
Tennessee…parents are Edward and Stephanie Johnson…uses the nickname "D
Jay"…has two younger sisters…studying Business Administration at
Vanguard…favorite athlete is Carmelo Anthony…loves the movie "Hustle -
N - Flow"…roots for the Memphis Grizzlies…prefers the number
seven…likes the colors red and Carolina blue…enjoys playing basketball,
going out, and going to church…would like to meet God…feels that money
is the biggest problem in the world…appreciates the dedication on his
VU team…has learned that life is too short…playing basketball has
taught him about leadership and communication…would like to be a
Professional Basketball Player or own his own business.
His thoughts: I came to Vanguard to play basketball and complete my
education. I appreciate the one-on-one help you can receive at Vanguard.
