2006-2007: Averaged 5.0 points per contest, shooting 32% from three. Had a career high ten points twice, against both Hawaii Pacific and Central College.

Cuyamaca College: Played two years for the Coyotes under Head Coach Rob Wojtkowski. As a sophomore, Francisco averaged 17.8 points per contest while shooting 37% from three, along with 3.6 rebounds per contest. Cuyamaca finished the year 20-11. James was a First Team Pacific Coast Conference selection. As a freshman, James averaged 11 points to go along with 4 rebounds and 3 assists per game.

High School: Was a standout at Montgomery High in San Diego, CA under Coach George Anderson. Two-time Metro Player of the Year and two-time All-CIF selection (First team Sr. year). Had a career high 43 points against Morse High School.

Personal: James was born April 3rd, 1983 in San Diego, CA.