Meaghan Johnson, a 2010 First Team All-NAC selection, is unquestionably one of the very best goalkeepers to ever don a Saint Joseph’s field hockey uniform. For her career, she ranks as the Monks’ all-time leader in goalie minutes (4296), goals against average (1.29), victories (44) and shutouts (13). She is also second in games (62) and third in save percentage (.823). As of September 27th, Johnson ranks fifth among active NCAA DIII goalkeepers in career minutes and save percentage, 11th in goals against average, and 13th in saves.
Field Hockey Head Coach Rupert Lewis:
“Meaghan is well on her way to becoming one of the most accomplished four-year starting goalkeepers for our field hockey program. She is very driven and focused and this year as a senior she has taken the right steps to prepare herself physically and mentally for an amazing season. Meaghan is never satisfied in what she has accomplished and continually works on becoming better in every game and practice. She continues to lead her team by example with her work ethic and leadership as a captain on and off the field.”
Bio
information
Full name: Meaghan
Elizabeth Johnson
Born when and where? 10/31/89 Portland, Maine
Year: Senior
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Portland Maine
High School: Cheverus
Sport(s) and position(s): Field Hockey Goalie
Favorites
Song: Anything by State Radio
Professional Sports Team: Boston Bruins
Athlete: Alex Ovechkin
Food: Anything with Ketchup :)
T.V. Show(s): It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Family Guy, American Dad, That 70's Show
Movie(s): Boondock Saints and every Adam Sandler movie ever made
Book: Everybody poops
Feature Questions
Why did you choose Saint Joseph's College?
I actually had no intention of going to school in Maine. Last minute I decided to apply because they had a good Nursing program and field hockey. After one visit I was in love
What is/was your favorite class at St. Joe's and why?
Anatomy and Physiology with Randi Serynk because she tells it like it is.
What was your first job (actually received a paycheck)?
Waitressing at the Rising Tide Restaurant in Scarborough
Who would you like to trade places for a day with and why?
Tim Thomas because I want to know what it’s like to be the best goalie in the world
What is on your "Bucket List?"
Skydiving - even though I'm scared of heights
Talent you'd most like to have:
I wish I was good at Frisbee; I can never get it to go straight
What do you drive?
A 1998 Gold Dodge Stratus named Betty
What is your motto?
The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary -Vince Lombardi
Do you have any superstitions before you go into a big game?
I have a black and white headband that I HAVE to wear to every game, and if it’s a home game I need to have Tif (Asst. Athletic Trainer Tiffany Miller-Gagnon) hand me my gear before we go on the field.
Why did you choose your jersey #?
I honestly don’t know
What is your most memorable moment as an athlete at SJC?
Beating Castleton in the NAC Semi-Finals last year.
Who has had the greatest impact on your life?
My parents. They have always supported me in everything that I do and pushed me to be the best I can be.
Can you tell us something about you that most people don't know?
I can’t swim
Where do you see yourself in five years?
Living in Maine working as a nurse practitioner if all goes according to plan.
If you could meet anyone (past or present) who would it be and why?
Tim Thomas because I want his awesomeness to rub off on me
What are your hobbies?
Playing solitaire on my phone, a lot.
What is your ideal day away from athletics?
Barbecuing in my back yard
Do you plan on playing sports or coaching after you graduate?
I hope to play in a pick-up league and I would LOVE to coach someday
What are your personal and team goals for this season?
My personal goal is to get my save percentage above 90% and my team goal is to win the Championship
Anything else you'd like to add?
I love my team like family, and Coach Lewis is the man.