John Holmes

Class:
Freshman
Position:
DE
Height:
6-3
Weight:
230
Hometown:
East Grand Rapids, Mich.
High School:
Grand Rapids Christian

Brown football is saddened by the passing of John Holmes, who passed away in an automobile accident in June 2020.
Brown Head Coach James Perry: “I was deeply saddened by the tragic car accident that took John Holmes' life. John was an incoming defensive lineman from Grand Rapids, Michigan. It was clear from the moment we met him, a year ago on campus at our summer camp, that he was a great worker, tough football player and special person. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.”

Before Brown: First Team Grand Rapids Press Dream Team … All-State honorable mention as a senior … Two-time Grand Rapids All-Area First Team … Two-year OK Gold All-Conference … National Honor Society … Earned Highest academic honors all four years.

Personal: The son of Cynthia Holmes … Has a twin brother, George … Born on July 23, 2001 … Enjoyed basketball, clothing and business … Planned to be a Business, Entrepreneurship and Organizations concentrator.

Why Brown? “I chose Brown for the outstanding coaches, world-class education, and beautiful campus.”