•  Jonas James

    jjames@jackson.k12.ms.us

    has been a coach at Lanier since 2002. His time here has gained him several State Championships and successful pupils. He has also won awards from the State of Mississippi as Coach of the Year. 

    Coach James currently serves as the Athletic Director for Lanier High School. 

    He has coached in various areas of athletics in women's and men's sports. Many of his pupils have gone on to further their talents in the NBA and college, where some have gone on to become coaches of their own teams.  

    As the Athletic Director for Lanier High, Coach James oversees all areas of athletics under the umbrella of MSHAA guidance. He also assisted the ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ Districts AD Daryl Jones with overseeing other athletic areas in the district.

     

    A mentor to all, Coach Jonas James, has allowed athletics at Lanier High School to safely guide students to the highest standards in athletics. 

Last Modified on August 31, 2022