J.J. Johnson

Dynamic leader and seasoned coach with a proven track record of success at Oakwood Independent School District, including a 2024 State Finalist position and multiple District Championships. Expert in athletic program development and facilities management, I excel in verbal communication and fostering academic support for athletes. Spearheaded the construction of new sports facilities, demonstrating exceptional project coordination skills and a visionary approach to athletic program enhancement.

• Texas High School Coaches Association
• Texas Association Of Basketball Coaches
• Texas Girls Coaches Association

903-922-2407

Wife - Dr. Stephanie Johnson Assistant Superintendent at Oakwood High School

Daughter -  Jalla Johnson Coleman - girls coordinator and Head Softball coach

Son -  Jayson Johnson - Head Baseball Coach and Special Teams Coordinator

• Lance Angel, retired (2024) Athletic Director, Palestine Independent School District, 903-517-9666
• TY Robinson, Athletic Director, Woodville Independent School District, 903-806-0880
• Keri Winters, retired (2024) Superintendent, Linden Kildare Independent School District, 972-467-7514
• Dr. William Stewart, High School Principal, Greenville Independent School District, 972-351-6107
• Jason Marshall, Superintendent, Palestine Independent School District, 903-948-2866
• Doug Boxell, Athletic Director/Head Boys Basketball, Poolville Independent School District, 940-735-2433
• Sam Wells, Athletic Director/Head Football Troup Independent School District, 903-714-6194

• AD/Head Football, Oakwood Independent School District, Oakwood, Texas, 2022-Present, 2022 Football (11-3), 2024 State Finalist, District Champions (3), State Semi-Finalist, District Coach of Year (2022, 23, 24), Region 3 Coach of the Year (2022, 2024), Stadium and Facilities Coordinator, Coordinate New Football Stadium, Track, Turf field, Field house, baseball and softball fields, etc., Dean of Students Duties, Bi-district Champs (4) Area Champs (3)
• Head Basketball, Palestine Independent School District, Palestine, Texas, 2015-Present, 2018-2019 Basketball (25-5), District Champions (8-0), Area Finalist, District Coach of Year (2019), Azalea Orthopedics All Star Game - West Coach, Stadium and Facilities Coordinator, Playoff appearances 5 straight, 302 career wins, Bi-district Champs (4) Area Champs (2)
• Head Basketball, Cayuga Independent School District, Palestine, Texas, 2013-2015, 2013-2015 Basketball (30-28), Finished 3rd in District
• Head Boys Basketball, Grapeland Independent School District, Grapeland, Texas, 2009-2012, Head Boys Basketball (81-23), District Champions (2009, 2010, 2011), Regional Quarterfinalist (2010), Regional finalist (2011, 2012), District 20 1A Coach of the Year all 3 years, Dogwood Area Circle Coach of The Year (2011), Head Softball (2011-12) (25-5), District Champions, Regional Quarterfinalist, State Runner-ups (2011), Head Tennis (2010) led mixed doubles teams to Regionals, 2 singles teams to regional quarters
• Head Softball, Palestine Independent School District, Palestine, Texas, 2011-2012, Head Softball (31-17) finished with the most wins in school history, Tied for 2nd and lost in the District 3 team Playoff
• Defensive Coordinator Linebackers and Running Backs-Varsity, Cayuga Independent School District, Cayuga, Texas, 2013-2015
• Assistant Baseball, Cayuga Independent School District, Cayuga, Texas, 2014-2015, Bi-District Finalist
• Defensive Ends – Varsity, Special Teams, Palestine Independent School District, Palestine, Texas, 2008-2009
• Assistant Girls Basketball, Palestine Independent School District, Palestine, Texas, 2008-2009
• Assistant Volleyball, Palestine Independent School District, Palestine, Texas, 2008-2009
• Freshmen Defensive Coordinator, Co-Varsity, Palestine Independent School District, Palestine, Texas, 2015-2016, 2019
• Special Teams Coordinator, Varsity Linebackers, JV Offensive Coordinator, Grapeland High School, Grapeland, Texas, 2009-2012
• Assistant Softball, Grapeland High School, Grapeland, Texas, 2010, Regional Finalist

Age: 50

• District Coach of the Year all 3 seasons
• Region 3 coach of the Year 2022 and 2024
• 305 wins as Head Basketball Coach
• 26-14 record as a Head Football coach
• West All Star coach for Azalea Orthopedic game
• Selected to be All Star Football Coach for 2025 game

• CDL
• First aid CPR

• Dual Credit, Cayuga High School, Cayuga, Texas, 2013-2015
• 6th grade PE, Cayuga High School, Cayuga, Texas, 2013-2015
• 7th and 8th – PE, Palestine High School, Palestine, Texas, 2006-2009
• ISS Teacher & Reading 7&8, Palestine High School, Palestine, Texas, 2012-2013
• Transitions & Student Leadership, Palestine High School, Palestine, Texas, 2015-Present
• African American Studies, Palestine High School, Palestine, Texas, 2020-Current
• TAKS Science, Grapeland High School, Grapeland, Texas, 2009-2010
• 8th Grade Reading, Grapeland High School, Grapeland, Texas, 2011-2012
• DAEP Director, Grapeland High School, Grapeland, Texas, 2011-2012
• Administration (Discipline), Grapeland High School, Grapeland, Texas