How old is Chase Johnston? Where High Point 3-point specialist ranks among oldest March Madness players

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In this era of college basketball, winning without the 3-pointer is impossible. High Point seems to have figured that out.

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While the Panthers have plenty of talent and experience across their roster, no one is more dangerous from 3-point range than Chase Johnston.

In fact, that’s about all Johnston does. The senior had not even made a 2-point shot all season long until he scored a clutch late bucket off a turnover in an upset win over Wisconsin. That was Johnston’s introduction to the national stage, but he’s been at it for quite some time.

Here’s what you need to know about Johnston’s age and where he ranks among the oldest players in the NCAA Tournament.

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How old is Chase Johnston?

Johnston is 26 years old, born Jan. 11, 2000.

The High Point super senior is in his seventh year of college basketball. He started at PFW in 2019–20 but transferred to Stetson after one semester and redshirted that season, followed by two full seasons at Stetson. Johnston averaged a career-high 15.2 points per game in 2021–22.

The 2020–21 season was the “COVID year” for all college basketball players, so it didn’t count toward eligibility. After 2022, Johnston transferred to FGCU with three years of eligibility remaining. He appeared in 31 games in 2022–23 but received an injury redshirt in 2023–24, playing only nine games for the Eagles.

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With two years of eligibility remaining due to the two redshirts and the free 2020–21 season, Johnston transferred to High Point in 2024. He has been used almost exclusively as a 3-point shooter during his time with the Panthers.

MORE:Inside Chase Johnston’s ridiculous 3-point stats

Oldest players in March Madness

Player

Age

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