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The Comeback Kid: Van-Far's Johnson grateful for collegiate future at Culver Stockton
Posted: 02.08.2012 at 10:43 PM
Chris Duerr

Chris Duerr is KHQA's Sports Director.

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Horrific car crash proved both life..and then career threatening for Van-Far star. But now Leah Johnson has been given a second chance with a dual-sports future with the Lady Wildcats

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THE COMEBACK KID: LEAH JOHNSON'S MIRACULOUS ROAD TO A COLLEGE FUTURE

Signing a National Letter of Collegiate Intent provides, without fail, a memorable day in the life of athletes who are fortune enough to do so.

But for Van-Far's Leah Johnson, the chance to pledge today to Culver Stockton for both Softball and Basketball, is something extra special.

The Lady Indians Senior nearly lost everything in a horrific car crash back in November.

Three elbow surgeries and one lost senior year of basketball later...and Leah is on the road to a bright future that was nearly lost forever.

To hear from the newest (and perhaps most appreciative Lady Wildcat) click on the above icon.

 

 

 

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