Johnston is arguably the greatest women's player of all time despite only starting outdoor bowling in 1979.

Her record in the World Outdoor Bowls Championship reads as six golds, two silver and one bronze.

[9] She turned back the clock in 2017 when she won the fours title at the Irish National Championships.

[10] Johnston also holds the record number for women's singles titles at the British Isles Bowls Championships, winning four in 1985, 1996, 1997 & 1999.

Johnson's achievements include:[14] Johnston was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 1991 New Year Honours for services to bowls.