At just 5 years old, Aydin “AB” Brooks didn’t need to step on the court at Enmarket Arena to become the star of the week. All it took was one look between him and his big sister, and the crowd at Flau’jae Johnson’s back-to-school festival got to see what real family looks like. For Johnson, the wins, awards, and spotlights are all nice, but it’s the moments tossing a football with AB that really strike a chord. The question on everyone’s mind: How does a college basketball standout stay so grounded? The answer just might be in these viral family videos.
What Makes Flau’jae Johnson’s Relationship With Her Younger Brother So Special?
Johnson, an LSU basketball standout, is drawing attention for more than just her skills on the hardwood. Her mother, Kia Brooks, has been at the heart of telling this story, often posting snapshots and videos that pull back the curtain on their family life. These posts don’t just show Johnson giving back, they also showcase her close relationship with AB, her much younger brother. It’s not every day you see such a visible bond between siblings separated by 16 years, but recent clips have fans loving it.
The most recent example came at Johnson’s third annual “Back to School Giveback Festival.” Held at Enmarket Arena, the event drew more than 2,500 people, each leaving with essentials like backpacks, shoes, clothes, and earphones.
Adding to the event was a live DJ, a performance from Johnson herself, and a buzz that filled the arena. Johnson and her mom made sure the atmosphere was both fun and meaningful, helping out families while letting the community feel right at home. The festival wasn’t just about giving gear, it was also a chance for Brooks to capture and share the powerful sibling connection in action.
Really, the showstopper for Brooks wasn’t her daughter’s list of accolades but the simple fact that Flau’jae always makes time for AB, especially in moments like these. Videos from the day melted hearts as Johnson, fresh off her volunteer work, shared laughs and hugs with her brother. As Brooks explained, the family’s story is just as important as any trophy shelf.
“Flau’jae is an amazing human being! She blessed 2,500 families with back-to-school gear at her annual giveback and took time to visit her old coaches and their football players. What a heart of gold!”
Brooks summed up her pride this way:
“Flaujae is living proof that one person can make a real difference… You can’t fake what she has because it’s genuine and so real, and that’s why God continues to bless her while on her journey.”
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There’s basketball, there’s charity, and then there’s just being a big sister. Another video posted by Brooks showed Johnson playing catch with AB on the football field. The caption made it clear that the age gap means nothing when it comes to having fun. Brooks wrote,
“Flau’jae is throwing passes to her 5 yr old brother AB, and he’s totally got the skills! I love their bond, especially with a 16-year age gap!”
She went on, “Flaujae and #Aydin aka #AB are die-hard competitors and they love sports. It’s sort of connection. They have is so pure, even though they are siblings. I love it!!”
All this comes on top of what Johnson does away from the cameras. She’s also a donor supporting the Kay Yow Cancer Fund and single mothers in Baton Rouge and Savannah, and she was named to the SEC Community Service Team. For every LSU student attending the Play4Kay game, Johnson donates one dollar, showing that giving back is in her DNA, not just on social media, but in real life too.
