Bulldogs' guard Tyler Johnson was named the team's Most Valuable Player for the 2012-13 season by the Fresno State coaching staff; roster taking shape for 2013-14 season.
The Bulldogs powered through strength and endurance challenges with a focused mindset on the second day of their boot camp with Fresno State's Army ROTC.
Fresno State will host 14 regular season home games and play 12 of its 29 contests against schools that made the 2012 NCAA Tournament.
Last Updated: Oct. 18, 2012
HIGH SCHOOL: Led Hogan Prep to state championship by averaging 21.5 points, seven rebounds and two assists per game during his senior campaign, when he earned first-team all-state honors and garnered an All-KC Star News distinction ... named Hogan Prep team captain, Hy-Vee Player of the Month, and a McDonald's All-American nominee ... played in the 2012 Kansas-Missouri All-Star Game ... played shooting guard as a freshman and transitioned to power forward for his sophomore to senior seasons.
PERSONAL: Born Sept. 13, 1993 in Waco, Texas ... parents are William Newbill and Angelia Bluford ... has one brother, Andrew ... enjoys sleeping and eating ... favorite athlete is Michael Jordan ... also recruited by Colorado, Iowa State, Missouri, Southern Illinois, and USC ... major is undeclared.
