Last Updated on April 14, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here is the detailed profile of Vickie Johnson:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Vickie Johnson
  • Nationality: American
  • Date of Birth: April 15, 1972
  • Hometown: Coushatta, Louisiana, USA
  • Height: 5 feet 9 inches (175 cms)
  • Weight: 155 lbs (70 kg)
  • Wingspan: 5 feet 10 inches (178 cms)
  • Shoe Size: Size 9 (US)
  • Number: Wore #55 with the New York Liberty and San Antonio Silver Stars
  • Position: Guard/Forward
  • High School: Coushatta High School (Louisiana)
  • College: Louisiana Tech University (1990–1996)
  • WNBA Draft: Selected in the 2nd round (12th overall pick) of the 1997 WNBA Draft by the New York Liberty
  • Teams Played For:
    • New York Liberty (1997–2005)
    • San Antonio Silver Stars (2006–2009)
  • Championship Rings: 0 (played in WNBA Finals but did not win a championship)
  • Kids: Unknown
  • Siblings: Unknown

Player Archetype / Play Style

Vickie Johnson was a versatile combo guard in a steady two-way mold, blending secondary playmaking with dependable scoring and physical perimeter defense. Defensively, she fit as a tough on-ball worker who could check guards and wings, using positioning, effort, and sturdiness rather than pure length. Offensively, she operated as a balanced contributor: capable of handling the ball, initiating offense when needed, slashing or pulling up from mid-range, and spacing the floor enough to keep defenses honest. At 5-foot-9 and 150 pounds, Johnson had solid guard-forward size for her era and played with a strong frame and composed tempo. Her overall style was practical and competitive—more substance than flash—built on versatility, toughness, and the ability to fill gaps across the backcourt and wing.

Sources:
Player profile — Basketball-Reference
Coaching and career overview — WNBA