2011-12: Begins his freshman campaign with the Green and White ... will look to quickly adjust to the college level ... a focused student-athlete who could see quality times this season ... dedicated to improving and should do so throughout the year.

Personal: Is a business administration major … is the son of Jim and Tina Kovach … born on July 15, 1993 … swam for the club team Potomac Marlins … accolades include district team, region team, state team … hobbies include sports and playing paintball … chose York because it is a “good size, good community” … most significant athletic achievement was making states in high school … after graduation, James plans on becoming a S.W.A.T. officer.