Tallahassee big man makes decision

Bernard James was only 6-foot-2 when he was back in high school back in Savannah,GA. James now is 6-foot-9 (230) and 24 years old. James played his first season of organized basketball last season at Tallahassee Community College for Head Coach Eddie Barnes. James has already ended his recruitment for next season according to coach Barnes. JucoJunction has the latest on this Eagles post player in this article.

"Bernard has made a commitment to attend Florida State University next season," according to coach Barnes.

James missed eight games last season when he was injured but when he returned to the court he had 15 double-doubles on the season. James averaged 12.1 ppg, 8.8 rebounds while shooting 61.7% (100-162) from the floor.

James was a Staff Sergeant in the Air Force before attending TCC last year. James will lead a talented Eagles team this season and JucoJunction will see them play in early October at the Southeastern Jamboree on the campus of Tallahassee Community College.