James Williams is a former American professional basketball player who lives with his family in Mattersburg, Austria. James now works as a teacher and coach of the BK Mattersburg Rocks of the Austrian 2nd Bundesliga. Get to know James: https://www.mattersburg-rocks.at/
James has over 15 years experience working with the Nike Professional Basketball Camp in Caldwell, New Jersey. James Williams has over 10 years teaching experience and over 20 years of experience working in multi-cultural environments.
James has experience in the USA on the High School and University level as a coach. James is certified to teach Physical Education and English as a Second Language.
Professional Playing Career:
Estoril Praia Sports Club, Portugal (1989-1995)
Athletico Sports Club, Portugal (1993-1994)
Basket Clubs of Vienna, Austria (1997-2000)
Tours Africa on All Star Selection Team (1992)
Experience & Qualification:
Player-Coach (1992-93, 1998-1999)
Head Coach Austrian Basketball Bundesliga (since 2004)
Youth Coach (2003-2004)
NATO Summer Camp Director (1993)
Assistant Basketball Coordinator – Hall of Fame Professional Sports Camp, USA (2002-2007)
Probation Officer (1995-1997)
G.E.D Teacher (2000-2002)
Life Skills Instructor (2000-2002)
Assistant Basketball Coach, University of Louisiana at Lafayette (2009-2010)
Student Case Worker, Houston Independent School District (2010-2013)
ESL-Teacher in Austrian Schools (since 2007)
Teamwork Basketball 