Education
Born in Atlanta, Georgia, he attended Auburn University from 1976-1980.
Born in Atlanta, Georgia, he attended Auburn University from 1976-1980.
Walker was one of "The Fabulous Four" along with teammates Harvey Glance, Willie Smith, and Tony Easley. Together they set more school and conference records than any other foursome in the history of the Southeastern Conference. James Walker currently lives in Madison, Alabama.
Won the gold medal at the Pan American Games in 1979 in the 400 metre hurdles Securities and Exchange Commission"s Track & Field Athlete of the Year in 1979 Until 2005, held the Securities and Exchange Commission record for the 400 meter hurdles with a time of 48.48 secs in 1979 In 1977, 1978, 1979 had the best time in the Securities and Exchange Commission for the 400 meter hurdles (4958, 5151, 4848) National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I champion, 400 meter hurdles, 1978 and 1979 In 1976, had the best time in the Securities and Exchange Commission for the 120 yard hurdles (137 secs). In 1977, 1978, 1979 had the best time for the 110 meter hurdles (1390, 140, 1370 secs). In 1978, was the United States. Outdoor Track and Field champion in the 400 metre hurdles with a time of 49.03 seconds.