As he entered his final year at the University of Ottawa, Johnny had a clear goal in mind: to become a professional basketball player. In pursuit of this goal, he sought out representation from an agent, ultimately signing his first contract to play in Estonia. This marked the beginning of a journey that would take him away from home for extended periods of time, but also afford him the opportunity to grow and develop both on and off the court. 

During his first season in Estonia, Johnny led his team to the semifinals for the first time, earning recognition as the leading scorer in both the Estonian league and the Baltic league. Through his experiences playing in different cultures and adapting to various styles of play, Johnny went on to play in some of the premier leagues in the world, facing off against top teams such as Real Madrid and Barcelona during his fourth season in Europe.

Despite starting as a walk-on and having to earn his spot on the team, Johnny’s tenacity and work ethic have enabled him to achieve success at the highest levels of the game. He has competed in some of the best leagues globally, while representing Canadian national team and earning NBA workouts with OKC Thunder along the way. 

Throughout his journey, Johnny’s supportive family, faith, and work ethic have helped him to overcome difficult situations and achieve his dreams. Rather than being deterred by naysayers and doubters, he has persevered to reach new heights in his career.