James Johnson, a three-time national champion in wrestling, sports consultant and coach for the Phoenix-based Sunkist Kids Wrestling Club. He also specializes in developing unique training for people of all fitness levels with a broad background in public speaking, sports training techniques, and health and fitness.

As he trains wrestlers and speaks to children and sports advocates, James emphasizes the importance of maintaining grassroots efforts to provide discipline, exposure, and opportunities to future athletes. James Johnson is committed to Sunkist through coaching and consulting, and speaking nationally on the role of education and sports in America.

James Johnson is a member of the Arizona Governor's Council on Health, Physical Fitness and Sports, and the UK Alumni Association. James is a Sunkist Kids Wrestling Sports Consultant, National Coach Coach/ Advisor, Advisor and Distributor for the Oxy-Water Corporation, and an Elite Sports Specific Trainer for athletes in the NBA, NFL, MLB, as well as several Olympic contenders.

Before developing Paidotribe, LLC., James served as a Public Relations/Community Speaker for Sunkist worldwide. He had appeared as a guest on numerous cable television broadcast, radio programs, school events, and civic and government programs regarding education, fitness, sports, and youth. He was on the USA National Wrestling team for 12 years, winning 3 National Championships, USA Athlete of the Year, AIM Christian Athlete of the Year, Olympic Team Alternate, and numerous accolades worldwide. He has been an Ambassador for the United States Olympic Committee, USA wrestling and The Sunkist Kids Wrestling organization for over 16 years. In addition, he is the former Executive Director for Youth of Wilson County, N.C., and has been employed by government entities in several states within the judicial system.

A scholarship in the name of James's grandparents, Peggin and Tullie Johnson, is given annually at the University of Kentucky in honor of James' continuing commitment to the College of Social Work.

Education and Affiliation:

BASW, University of Kentucky (Minor in Education)

Clinical Nutrition, S.A.C. Dip. ( England )

Registered Member of the Complementary Medical Association

Business Management and Marketing Certification 2000

Arizona Governor's Council on Health, Physical Fitness, and Sports

Arizona Community College Education Certification

Certified Health and Fitness Instructor

American Coaches Education Program Certification "Sports Techniques"

United States Olympic Committee Sports Institute "Sports Techniques"

University of Kentucky Alumni Association

Phi Beta Sigma, Mu Theta Chapter: University of Kentucky