North Platte – The North Platte Community College Lady Knights volleyball team has added Shaylee Johnson from Fleming, Colo., to its 2017 recruiting class.

Johnson, a 6’0 middle blocker, played for the Fleming High School Lady Wildcats, coached by Doug Kamery. The Wildcats finished the 2016 season with a record of 29-2 and the state champion in Class 1A.

Johnson was named to the first team CHSAA 1A All-State team and was named 1A Player of the Year, her senior season. During her senior season, Johnson recorded 251 kills with a .279 kill efficiency. She also had 102 total blocks and had 275 defensive digs.

Johnson played varsity for four seasons having 593 kills, 261 total blocks and 497 defensive digs.

“’We are excited about Shaylee because she does such a good job in the middle.” Lady Knight Head Coach Alexa McCall said, “She has a big presence and is going to be able to come in and do some great things. She comes from a very successful program and is not afraid to compete”

Fleming High School product Megan Chintala was an All-Region IX performer for the Lady Knights this past season.

Johnson is the third recruit for the Lady Knights for the 2017 season. The others are Jordynn Simpson from North Platte, and Taylin McNair from Imperial.