Coming from an area of the country that has produced a number of high-profile offensive players at the Division I level, Johnson had quite a summer and could be next up. A dynamic dodger who gets to his spots, Johnson has proven to be difficult to limit when he’s matched up with a shortstick, but he also possesses a fearlessness that is apparent when he’s dodging poles. His movements are sudden, and he dodges with purpose and gets shots off with a pretty release, constantly getting back to the middle of the field or to his sweet spot on the right-handed wing. He fits as an attackman at this level, but if I had to guess, he might be someone who runs out of the box in college depending on where he winds up.

Jake Johnson played a crucial role in the Thunder offense at the NAL Summer Invitational. He scored in different ways and showcased a complete offensive skill set. He can be a threat from almost anywhere, whether he’s dodging, cutting off-ball, or finishing in traffic. As a right-handed player who excels on the sweep, Johnson is both quick and hard to predict at the start of his dodges. He often created space, and once he gained a step, he quickly took his shot. Off-ball, he has a strong grasp of spacing and timing. He consistently made smart decisions, knowing when to fade into open space or cut hard to the goal, and he was rewarded for it more than once. He also demonstrated good touch as a shooter, placing the ball accurately while on the run and in tight situations. Johnson may not be the flashiest player on the field, but his versatility makes him a great fit in any offensive system.