Lonnie Johnson played for Coach Chaplick at Milford Academy and finished the season 11-1, leading the Academy in a double overtime thriller over Army rushing for 95 yards on 13 carries and two touchdowns. He played at Syracuse University as a true freshman, primarily on special teams. One letter. Member of the 2009 fall and 2010 spring Athletic Directors Honor Roll. Graduated from Syracuse University with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. Graduated from Gardner-Webb University with a Master of Arts in Sports Science and Pedagogy. Volunteered at Gardner-Webb as an Assistant Defensive Backs coach.