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Johnson, a dynamic outside hitter, has long been a steady and quietly dominant presence for both Ridge Point and Houston Skyline 17 Royal — a club team loaded with Division I talent. She’s competed alongside high-profile players like SMU’s Kennedi Rogers and Nebraska commit Jayden Robinson, the latter of whom remains a teammate at Ridge Point and Skyline.
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Earlier this July, that same Skyline squad earned the No. 1 national ranking after winning the 17U Open Division title — a testament to the group’s elite depth and chemistry.
Even in a gym full of standouts, Johnson has drawn consistent praise from coaches for her completeness as a player. Whether it’s her clean ball control, ability to terminate out of system, or disciplined net play, she’s become a go-to option in crucial moments.
Her commitment to Iowa State, made official last October, was no surprise to those who’ve seen her growth firsthand.
In 2024, while splitting touches with several top hitters, Johnson still managed 188 kills, 25 blocks, and 31 digs. With a larger offensive role expected this fall, those numbers are likely to rise significantly.
The stars of 2025-26 Ridge Point VolleyballBradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Ridge Point finished last season 36-12, continuing a dominant stretch with their eighth straight district title before falling to Cinco Ranch in the third round of the playoffs. With Johnson and Robinson leading the charge, the Panthers have every reason to believe a State Final Four appearance —or better — is within reach in 2025.
It may have taken time for Johnson’s name to break through the noise, but now that it has, don’t expect it to fade anytime soon.
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Ridge Point Sr. OH Jayden Robinson
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Her impact? Game-changing.
“My leadership has really grown over the years,” Robinson said. “So has my confidence—from high school to club, and then being chosen for the USA U19 National Team and winning gold. I’ve come a long way from playing at the YMCA.”
That evolution didn’t happen overnight—and it didn’t happen alone. Her father, a former college basketball player at the University of Buffalo and a pro overseas, has been a guiding light.
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“He’s helped so much in my athletic journey,” she said. “He’s been through the recruiting process, he knows what it takes to play at ahigh level, and he’s been there for me every step of the way.”
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Now, Robinson finds herself in rare air. A top-tier national recruit, she’s committed to Nebraska—one of the most storied and passionate volleyball programs in the country.
“It just felt like home,” she said. “The support in Lincoln is unlike anything I’ve ever seen. They truly love their volleyball there, and I knew that’s the kind of environment I wanted to be part of.”
But before she dons the scarlet and cream, she’s got business to handle back home in Missouri City.
The Panthers rolled through district last year at 14-0 before falling in the third round of the playoffs to Cinco Ranch. That loss still stings—but it also fuels what’s next.
The stars of 2025-26 Ridge Point VolleyballDoug Brown (VYPE)
“This is our year,” she said. “We’ve got the experience, the depth, the drive. We know the spotlight will be on us, and we’re ready for it. This is our last ride, and we’re going to make it count.”
From YMCA beginner to USA gold medalist. From neighborhood courts to the bright lights of Nebraska Volleyball. Jayden Robinson isn’t just a rising star—she is raising the bar.