James Mathews

Meridian, MS

About Me

First Started racing while in New Zealand with a harrier club. Joined Cross Country in the 9th grade at York High School, Va. Moved to Alabama in 1966 ran for Sydney Lanier until graduation in 1968. All State in Cross Country and Track. We were State Champions in the mile relay (4X400) my senior year. Ran for Livingston Univerisity (now UWA) for three years until I joined the Air Force.
Bachelors Degree Secondary Education 1977 UWA
Masters in Public Administration Golden Gate University 1987.
Master of Arts in Teaching Biology University of West Alabama 2005
High School Track and CC Coach.
Retired Air Force Major
Teach Biology.
Would trade 50 yard line seats at the Super Bowl to watch a High School Track Meet.
Married to Barbara for 41 years now.
Mark Son 40 Donna Daughter-in-law 32
Jill Daughter 37
Hannah Granddaughter 14
Colleen Granddaughter 12
Allison Granddaughter 6