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Photo by Cpl. Dahkareo Pritchett - The coaches of the Matthew C. Perry High School spring track and field team pose for a group photo before the Department of Defense Education Activity Pacific Far East Championship 2026 track and field meet at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, April 27, 2026. Jerron “JJ” Johnson, far right, serves as the airfield manager for MCAS Iwakuni and the director of the M.C. Perry High School track and field team and was recognized for his contributions to the community through both his professional responsibilities and volunteer efforts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dahkareo Pritchett)

Keeping Operations on Track: How Jerron “JJ” Johnson serves his airfield and his community

In many communities, it is common to find someone dedicated to their occupation or passionate about helping the youth follow their dreams. For one man aboard Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, it's both. Jerron “JJ” Johnson is the airfield manager at MCAS Iwakuni, but outside of work, he volunteers as the track and field director, planning out and

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MCAS Iwakuni, Iwakuni City friendship runs deep - Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni and Japanese children play dodgeball in Iwakuni City, Japan, July 21, 2018. The Chugoku-Shikoku Defense Bureau held a U.S.-Japan Sports Exchange to signify the opening of Go-Go Field to the public in an effort to deepen the bond between the residents surrounding MCAS Iwakuni and the U.S. forces in Japan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Stephen Campbell)

MCAS Iwakuni, Iwakuni City friendship runs deep

Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni and Japanese residents attended a U.S.-Japan Sports Exchange in Iwakuni City, Japan, July 21, 2018.

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