James and I met a few months after his mission. We started dating and quickly became best friends. We got married the week after the Utah game and the week before the Bowl game. Football and school, along with his various social events, keeps James very busy. I graduated from BYU with my degree in nursing so when I am not at the hospital, I spend my time with James and our friends and family. We love boating, camping, swimming, playing tennis, bocce ball, seeing movies, and anything active.
Anyone who knows James knows that he loves to serve, especially the youth of the Church. He volunteers to speak to youth groups a couple times a month at firesides, youth conferences, and even camp outs. He served a full time mission to St. Petersburg, Russia and often talks about the wonderful people he met, and experiences he had.
James loves playing football. It has been a long road with many unexpected turns, but despite everything, he just has a love for the game. I have no doubt that in the future, our kids will be somehow involved with football, as long as James has anything to do with it :).
We are so happy and grateful for the amazing life we have together. We are excited to start a family in the near future and see where our careers and lives take us!
JAMES
• How many years did you play football? Since 4th grade
• Was football your favorite sport growing up? Basketball, football was second.
• What age did you start playing football? 10
• What positions have you played? Safety and Quarterback.
• What high school did you go to? Pine View in St. George, Utah.
• What are your hobbies? Golf, sending time with my wife, outdoor activities.
• What are your plans after college? First goal is football, if not use my business degree and go on to get an MBA.
• What is your major? Business Marketing.
• What are you doing this summer? Working at a mortgage company, going to Europe and back to Russia where I served my mission, spring classes, softball league and spending time with my wife.
• What is your favorite movie? The Bourne movies.
• What is your favorite Coach’s quote or saying? “It’s ladies night.” (from Coach Doman)
• Family members? My wife is Rachel; I have two brothers; Jeff and Alex. I also have three brother’s-in-law and three sister’s-in-law.
• Favorite vacations? Honeymoon in Cancun and Cruise to the Caribbean.
• Wedding information-Married in the Salt Lake city Temple, December 4th 2010
