James joined the TJs Academy coaching staff in 2014 and is a former TJs 1st XV back row forward, 2nd XV Head Coach, Club Captain and long-standing junior age group coach.

Over the last decade James has coached within the Academy whilst also twice stepping in to assist younger age groups and nurture them through to the Academy, most notably the 2017 National Cup winning age group.

Having assisted several successful junior age groups into the Academy in recent years, James returned to a regular role on the TJs Academy coach team in 2021.

With years of experience as a player and coach, James offers a huge amount to our young players and is a very well respected member of TJRFC.

Also plays for TJs ACADEMY Info, TJs Academy Colts A, TJs Academy Colts B, TJs Academy U18 Girls, TJs Academy U16 Girls