Johnnie Johnson is a longtime coach, official, photographer, broadcaster, and journalist, who has dedicated his life to promoting and advancing wrestling at all levels.

He currently serves as an assistant girls wrestling coach at East Buchanan Schools.

As a wrestling journalist and photographer, his contributions are unparalleled. A five-time recipient of the National Wrestling Photographer of the Year award, he has also served as president of the National Wrestling Media Association.

Johnson has received the Dan McCool Media Award from the Iowa Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association and the Iowa High School Athletic Association Media Award. He serves as the Small College Editor for Amateur Wrestling News and is a national staff photographer for Wrestling USA.

In addition to his media contributions, Johnson has officiated high school and collegiate wrestling matches for over 40 years.

He received the Lifetime Service to Wrestling award from the Iowa Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2023 and is also a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association Wrestling Hall of Fame and a Distinguished Member of the Iowa Central Community College Hall of Fame.