One of North Dakota's most decorated prep hockey players has made his college decision.
Former Grand Forks Central star Grant Johnson verbally committed Thursday to play college hockey at Northern Michigan.
Johnson led the state in scoring last season at Central, finishing with 29 goals and 56 assists for 85 points.
He was named state tournament MVP in leading the Knights to a 27-0 state championship season.
Northern Michigan, which plays in the WCHA, announced Grand Forks native Grant Potulny-a former Minnesota assistant coach and player-as head coach in April.
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"The new coaching staff really impressed me," Johnson said. "After checking out campus, I really liked it."
Johnson visited Marquette, Mich., last weekend.
Johnson, a 5-foot-9 forward, will play with the Bismarck Bobcats this upcoming season in the NAHL.
"I'm really excited to have that decision made and can now focus on the season," Johnson said.
Northern Michigan finished 13-22-4 last season. Former Grand Forks Central standout Casey Purpur was a senior for the Wildcats last year.
After finishing the North Dakota high school season last year, Johnson played in 11 games with Bismarck. He scored one goal and had six assists for the Bobcats.
