James is a 1999 graduate of Edgewood High School, participating in Football all four years.
As a three (3) year Varsity starter at Linebacker, he is Edgewood's all time leading tackler. He was named 1st team All State and Cincinnati Player of the Year in the fall of 1998. James also earned MML Defensive Player of the Year his junior and senior years. James senior year he was Butler County Defensive Player of the Year for Butler County. Following graduation, James attended Michigan State University on a full ride, Football scholarship. He ultimately graduated from Miami University with a degree in Kinesiology. James also pursued Boxing as a sport and was named the NCAA Boxing Champion in the Heavyweight Division as a student/athlete at Miami University. In his spare time, he enjoys working out. He also volunteered as a coach with the Edgewood Pee Wee Football Association. James currently lives in Hamilton with his wife and son. He is employed by AK Steel. |