Lower Merion Aces senior basketball standout B.J. Johnson was recently honored at the Ardmore McDonald’s for his nomination to the McDonald’s All-American game. Johnson, who earlier this year signed a national letter of intent to continue his career as a scholar-athlete at Syracuse University, was one of only 814 seniors in the entire country to receive the honor.

The list of nominees, featuring players from 39 states, was selected by high school coaches, athletic directors, principals and members of the McDonald’s All-American Games selection committee.

McDonald’s representatives, along with Lower Merion High School principal Sean Hughes and athletic director Don Walsh, were on hand to present Johnson with a certificate for his achievement. Johnson also enjoyed a complimentary meal of his choice after receiving his certificate.

Earlier this season, Johnson became the tenth player in Lower Merion basketball history to score 1,000 points. Last year, he was named first team All-State, first team All Central League and was the Central League Player of the Year. Johnson and the Aces look to continue their successful season this Friday at 7:00 PM in the Bryant Gymnasium as they host the Conestoga Pioneers in the opening round of the PIAA District 1 playoffs.