Harnessing Talent Athlete

James Williams - Olympian - Fencing 

“It doesn't matter what the challenge is if you have faith in yourself and your own abilities!”

Biography:

James discovered fencing at 16 during his time in the British Army. Before then, football and rugby were his sports. He'd never considered fencing. Thanks to an inspirational coach who saw his potential, and his own appetite to master his new sport, James trained hard. Results soon followed. His career highlight was winning the team gold medal and an individual bronze in the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Kuala Lumpur.

James had 110 international caps and represented Great Britain at 9 World Championships, numerous World Cups and Grand Prix Events. He retired from UK representative competition in 2005, still active in the French national league.

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