Kai Johnson '25 Recruiting Profile

I have always been comfortable in the water. I began swimming when I was five years old. I am proud to have participated on my club relay team, which hold several Utah State records and State Championship titles. A classmate introduced me to water polo 6 years ago. After my first Splashball clinic, at 10 years old, I was immediately hooked. Water polo has become my passion and motivator.

My goal for becoming a collegiate water polo athlete is to advance my level of play year after year and continue to enjoy the sport I already love. I am a fast swimmer with great endurance. I always strive to compete at my highest level in each game. So far my hard work has been paying off. This year I was selected to the 2023 ODP Futures International Cadet team; I returned to the ODP National Team Selection Camp; I qualified to be in the 6-8 Collegiate Showcase Finals; and I helped my Utah club team repeat as 16u state champions (2022 & 2023).

Academically, I understand what it means to be a student-athlete. I work hard to keep my studies at a strict balance with my sports endeavors. I am proud to say that I earn As and A-s, all while taking Honors and AP courses. My junior year will continue to be filled with as many challenging classes as my schedule will fit. I will be transferring my education during my Junior and Senior year to Oaks Christian High School.

Water polo has done a lot for me in my life. I have developed an outgoing personality and formed great friendships. It has taught me how to be confident, a leader, and an effective communicator. Water polo has also taught me not to shy away from hard work. I am a very dedicated and coachable athlete who is always seeking to improve my skills. I dedicate 110% to each practice, continually pushing myself and my teammates to push harder, and I quickly apply corrections and constructive criticisms. All these characteristics will help me be an asset to any collegiate water polo program while successfully achieving my academic pursuits.