Hope International University

College of the Desert (2023-25) - Played one season for the Roadrunners under Head Coach Sam Dimattio...posted a 3.78 ERA and 4-4 record...struck out 71 batters in 78.2 innings pitched...appeared in 18 games with 12 starts...had a 1.45 WHIP...selected 2025 First Team All-Conference...runner-up for Pitcher of the Year.

Wisconsin Eau Claire (2022-23) - Played one season for the Blugolds under Head Coach Charles Bolden...made seven appearances with two starts...struck out six in 7.1 innings pitched...had a 1-2 record.

Citrus Hill HS - Graduated in 2022...played two seasons of varsity for the Hawks under Head Coach Steven Mcleod...named All-Mountain Pass All-League First Team...achieved a 4.0 GPA.

Personal - Born on 10/30/03...parents are Amanda and Mark Williams...has one sibling – Marissa...chose HIU for its combination of a quality academic education, a competitive baseball program, and a Christ-centered environment that encourages growth on and off the field...favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 3:5-6...favorite professional athlete is Bryce Harper...favorite food is fettuccine alfredo with shrimp..favorite movie is Moneyball...James is a Business Administration major who wants to earn a degree while competing at a high level in collegiate baseball, developing leadership, discipline and teamwork skills that will support a long-term career in management or entrepreneurship.