Jason Johnson (Jamaican footballer)

Jason Johnson
Personal information
Date of birth (1990-10-09) October 9, 1990 (age 34)
Place of birth Happy News, Jamaica
Height 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
Position(s) Forward
College career
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2010–2012 VCU Rams 60 (28)
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2013–2015 Houston Dynamo 21 (1)
2014 → Pittsburgh Riverhounds (loan) 12 (1)
2015 Chicago Fire 20 (2)
2016 San Antonio FC 27 (3)
2017–2019 Phoenix Rising 71 (23)
2020 Louisville City 6 (1)
2021 Austin Bold 8 (0)
2021 FC Tulsa 18 (3)
2022–2023 Monterey Bay 17 (0)
International career‡
2011 Jamaica U23 2 (0)
2010–2013 Jamaica 3 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of October 21, 2023
‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of July 26, 2022

Jason Johnson (born October 9, 1990) is a Jamaican international footballer who currently plays as a forward.

Career

College

After starting at Knox College and then Manchester High School in Mandeville, Jamaica, Johnson moved to the United States and enrolled at Virginia Commonwealth University in 2010 to play college soccer.[1] In his first with the Rams, Johnson made 19 appearances and finished tied for second on the team with four goals and three assists. He was also named Third Team All-CAA and CAA All-Rookie Team honoree. In his sophomore year in 2011, Johnson made 20 appearances and finished with a team leading 11 goals and one assist on his way to being named NSCAA All-Region third team and All-CAA second team. In 2012, Johnson made 21 appearances and led his team in goals scored with 13 and second on the team in assists with six on his way to being named Atlantic 10's Offensive Player of the Year, First Team All-Atlantic 10 and NSCAA Mid-Atlantic All-Region Team.[2][3][4]

Professional

Houston Dynamo

On January 3, 2013, Johnson signed a Generation Adidas contract with Major League Soccer, making him eligible for the 2013 MLS SuperDraft.[5] A couple weeks later, Johnson was selected 13th overall in the draft by Houston Dynamo.[6] On March 13, Johnson made his Dynamo debut, coming off the bench in a 3–0 loss to Santos Laguna in leg 2 of the 2012–13 CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinals.[7] He made his MLS debut on May 8, coming on as a substitute in a 4–0 win over D.C. United.[8] On September 8, Johnson scored his first goal for the Dynamo in a 4–1 loss to the New York Red Bulls.[8] He ended his first season in Houston with 1 goal from 13 MLS regular season appearances.[9] Johnson made one substitute appearance in the playoffs for the Dynamo, coming off the bench in a 2–1 loss to Sporting Kansas City in leg 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.[8] He also made 4 appearances and scored 1 goal in the group stage for the 2013–14 CCL.[7]

During the 2014 season, Johnson made 8 substitute appearances for Houston in the MLS regular season as they failed to qualify for the playoffs.[9] He also spent part of the season on loan to USL side Pittsburgh Riverhounds, where he made 12 appearances, scored 1 goal, and had 1 assist.[10]

Although he started the 2015 season in Houston, Johnson did not play in any of Houston's first six games before being traded.[11]

Chicago Fire

On April 13, 2015, Houston traded Johnson to the Chicago Fire for midfielder Alex.[12] Johnson made his Fire debut on May 9, 2015, when he entered as an 84th minute sub in a 2–1 loss against visiting Real Salt Lake. He scored his first goal for Chicago on May 22, scoring in the 90+4th minute to give the Fire a 2–2 draw with the Columbus Crew. On July 11, Johnson scored 2 minutes into stoppage time to give Chicago a 1–1 victory against Seattle Sounders FC.[11] He ended the season with 2 goals and 2 assists in 20 MLS regular season games for the Fire as Chicago finished 10th in the Eastern Conference, failing to qualify for the playoffs.[9][13]

Following the 2015 season, Johnson had his contract option declined by Chicago.[14]

San Antonio FC

On February 16, 2016, Johnson signed with USL side San Antonio FC.[15] On April 3, Johnson scored twice in his San Antonio debut to help defeat Seattle Sounders FC 2 3–0.[7] He made 27 appearances and scored 3 goals during the USL regular season as San Antonio finished 11th in the Western Conference, failing to qualify for the playoffs.[10][16]

Phoenix Rising

On November 15, 2016, Johnson reunited with manager Frank Yallop, who was his coach in Chicago, at Phoenix Rising FC for the 2017 season.[17] He made his debut for Phoenix on March 25 in a 1–0 loss to Toronto FC II. He scored his first goal for Phoenix on May 13 in a 2–1 win over OKC Energy. On July 15, Johnson scored twice to give Phoenix a 2–1 win over the Colorado Springs Switchbacks. On October 4, Johnson scored twice in a 4–3 victory against the Tulsa Roughnecks.[18] He ended the regular season with 13 goals and 3 assists from 29 appearances as Phoenix finished 5th in the Western Conference.[10][19] In the playoffs, Johnson and Phoenix lost on penalties to Swope Park Rangers in the first round.[18]

Johnson scored his first 2 goals of the 2018 season on May 4 as Phoenix beat LA Galaxy II 4–3. He had another brace on June 13 in a 4–0 win over Las Vegas Lights FC.[20] Johnson had 7 goals and 2 assists in 29 regular season games, helping Phoenix finish 3rd in the Western Conference.[10][21] In the playoffs, he scored twice in 4 games as Phoenix reached the final, where they lost 1–0 to Louisville City.[20]

Johnson scored his first goal of the 2019 season in Phoenix's opening match on March 9, scoring 3 minutes into stoppage time to draw 3–3 with San Antonio.[22] In early May, it was announced that Johnson would be out for over 4 months due to an injury.[23] He returned to the field on September 7, coming off the bench in a 1–0 win against San Antonio.[22] Johnson ended the regular season with 12 appearances, 3 goals, and 1 assist, helping Phoenix 1st in the Western Conference and top of the overall regular season table.[10][24] He appeared off the bench in both of Phoenix's playoff games.[22]

Louisville City

Johnson signed with Louisville City on July 27, 2020.[25] He made his debut for Louisville on August 8, coming on as a substitute in a 1–1 draw with Indy Eleven. he scored his first goal for Louisville on September 12 in a 3–0 win over Saint Louis FC.[26] During a shortened regular season due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Johnson made 6 appearances and scored 1 goal.[26] In the playoffs, Johnson made 2 substitute appearances and had 1 assist as Louisville reached the conference finals, where they lost 2–1 to the Tampa Bay Rowdies.[26]

Austin Bold

On February 23, 2021, Johnson joined Austin Bold FC for the 2021 season.[27]

FC Tulsa

On August 2, 2021, Johnson was transferred to USL Championship side FC Tulsa.[28]

Monterey Bay

On July 1, 2022, Johnson signed with Monterey Bay as a free agent.[29] Johnson earned his first start for Monterey Bay on July 30, 2022, during a 1–0 victory over Loudoun United FC.[30] His contract option was declined by the club at the end of the season.[31] After overcoming injuries and having a healthy preseason, Johnson was re-signed by Monterey Bay ahead of its 2023 season.[32]

International

Johnson made his international debut for Jamaica on February 10, 2010, in a 2–1 defeat to Argentina.[33] He was also part of Jamaica's under-23 team in 2011 that failed to qualify for the 2012 CONCACAF Men's Olympic Qualifying Tournament.[34][35] He returned to the national team in 2013 and played in two friendlies against Trinidad and Tobago.[7]

Career statistics

Club

As of January 29, 2021[36][37][38]
Club Season League Open Cup Playoffs Continental Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Houston Dynamo 2013 MLS 13 1 2 0 1 0 5[a] 1 21 2
2014 8 0 2 0 — — 10 0
2015 0 0 0 0 — — 0 0
Dynamo Total 21 1 4 0 1 0 5 1 31 2
Pittsburgh Riverhounds (loan) 2014 USL Pro 12 1 0 0 — — 12 1
Chicago Fire 2015 MLS 20 2 4 0 — — 24 2
San Antonio FC 2016 USL 27 3 3 1 — — 30 4
Phoenix Rising 2017 USL 29 13 2 0 1 0 — 32 13
2018 29 7 1 0 4 2 — 34 9
2019 USLC 12 3 0 0 2 0 — 14 3
Phoenix Total 70 23 3 0 7 2 0 0 80 25
Louisville City 2020 USLC 6 1 0 0 2 0 — 8 1
Career Total 156 31 14 1 10 2 5 1 185 35
  1. ^ Appearances in CONCACAF Champions League

International

Source:[39]

National Team Year Apps Goals
Jamaica 2010 1 0
2011 0 0
2012 0 0
2013 2 0
Total 3 0

Honors

Phoenix Rising

Personal

Johnson holds a U.S. green card which qualifies him as a domestic player for MLS roster purposes.[40]

References

  1. ^ "Men's soccer announces 2010 recruiting class". VCU Athletics. Virginia Commonwealth University. 9 June 2010. Archived from the original on 21 September 2018. Retrieved 5 January 2013.
  2. ^ "Jason Johnson". VCU. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  3. ^ "VCU" (PDF). VCU. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  4. ^ Rowaan, Dave (2013-01-07). "Prospecting the SuperDraft - Jason Johnson". Waking The Red. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  5. ^ "Johnson signs Generation Adidas contract with MLS". VCU Athletics. Virginia Commonwealth University. 3 January 2013. Retrieved 5 January 2013.
  6. ^ "Dynamo select Jason Johnson and Jimmy Nealis in 2013 MLS SuperDraft". Houston Dynamo. Houston Dynamo Communications. 17 January 2013. Retrieved 18 January 2013.[permanent dead link‍]
  7. ^ a b c d "Jamaica - J. Johnson - Profile with news, career statistics and history - Soccerway". us.soccerway.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  8. ^ a b c "Jason Johnson 2013 Match Logs". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  9. ^ a b c "Jason Johnson". Major League Soccer. Retrieved February 1, 2021.
  10. ^ a b c d e "Jason Johnson Stats". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  11. ^ a b "Jason Johnson 2015 Match Logs". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  12. ^ "Houston Dynamo, Chicago Fire swap attacking talent as Alex, Jason Johnson switch clubs". Major League Soccer. April 13, 2015. Archived from the original on April 15, 2015. Retrieved February 1, 2021.
  13. ^ "2015 Major League Soccer Stats". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  14. ^ "Chicago Fire Soccer Club Exercises Options on Four Players". Chicago Fire. November 30, 2015. Retrieved February 1, 2021.
  15. ^ "San Antonio FC Signs Striker Jason Johnson". San Antonio FC. February 16, 2016. Archived from the original on 2016-03-04. Retrieved 2016-02-16.
  16. ^ "2016 USL Stats". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  17. ^ "Arizona Makes Three Additions to Squad". USL. 15 November 2016.
  18. ^ a b "Jason Johnson 2017 Match Logs". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  19. ^ "2017 USL Stats". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  20. ^ a b "Jason Johnson 2018 Match Logs". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  21. ^ "2018 USL Stats". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  22. ^ a b c "Jason Johnson 2019 Match Logs". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  23. ^ "Phoenix Rising forward Jason Johnson out 4-6 months". Arizona Sports. 2019-05-06. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  24. ^ "2019 USL Championship Stats". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  25. ^ "LouCity signs 'dynamic' Jamaican forward Johnson". LouCity.com. Retrieved 27 July 2020.
  26. ^ a b c "Jason Johnson 2020 Match Logs". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
  27. ^ "AUSTIN BOLD FC SIGNS GOALSCORER J.J. JOHNSON AHEAD OF 2021 SEASON". austinboldfc.com. 23 February 2021. Retrieved 23 February 2021.
  28. ^ Tulsa, F. C. (August 2, 2021). "FC Tulsa Acquires Jamaican Forward Jason Johnson Via Transfer from Austin Bold FC". FC Tulsa: Oklahoma's Premier Pro Soccer Club.
  29. ^ "Monterey Bay F.C. Adds Jason Johnson to attacking corps". July 2022.
  30. ^ "Monterey Bay F.C. Earns Stoppage Time Road Victory Over Loudoun United FC". montereybayfc.com. 30 July 2022. Retrieved 3 August 2022.
  31. ^ "Monterey Bay Football Club Announces 2023 Roster Moves".
  32. ^ "Monterey Bay F.C. Re-Signs Forward Jason Johnson". Monterey Bay Football Club | USL Championship. Retrieved 2023-03-11.
  33. ^ Boyd, Audley (20 February 2012). "Johnson elated with Reggae Boyz debut". Star Sport. Jamaica Online Star. Archived from the original on 17 May 2012. Retrieved 5 January 2013.
  34. ^ "Olympic Qualifying 2012". CONCACAF. 3 August 2011. Archived from the original on 26 September 2012. Retrieved 5 January 2013.
  35. ^ "Olympic Qualifying 2012". CONCACAF. 5 August 2011. Archived from the original on 26 September 2012. Retrieved 5 January 2013.
  36. ^ "Jason Johnson". Major League Soccer. Retrieved January 29, 2021.
  37. ^ "Jason Johnson Stats". FBref.com. Retrieved 2021-01-29.
  38. ^ "Jamaica - J. Johnson - Profile with news, career statistics and history - Soccerway". us.soccerway.com. Retrieved 2021-01-29.
  39. ^ "Jason Johnson". www.national-football-teams.com. Retrieved January 29, 2021.
  40. ^ "Houston Dynamo, Chicago Fire swap attacking talent as Alex, Jason Johnson switch clubs". MLSSoccer.com. 13 April 2015. Archived from the original on 15 April 2015. Retrieved 7 August 2015.

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