Brother J

The story of the extraordinary life of Hall of Fame BYU equipment manager Floyd Johnson.

The story of the extraordinary life of Hall of Fame BYU equipment manager Floyd Johnson. Enjoy the memories and association Floyd had with athletes over nearly half a century. From All-American and Heisman Trophy winners to the walk-on who may have never stepped foot on the court, "Brother J" touched them all. He had a soul that reached out to thousands. His words of courage and advice changed the lives of the athletes in this story and will change the lives of those who choose to read it.

J Bartley Whiting hails from southeast Idaho where he grew up trekking down I-15 for BYU games. Graduating from the BYU athletic training program only reinforced his passion for BYU sports. He loves watching his kids sporting events, golfing, and March Madness. He also enjoys spending time in the outdoors of Island Park and Yellowstone National Park. He met his wife “Dubs” as a chorus member in the musical Carousel. Other interests include the Boston Red Sox, Puerto Rican rice and beans, New England clam “chowda”, chicken tikka masala, and Skyline Chili.