Ronnie James was the head wrestling coach at Del City High School from 1988-2014 for a total of 26 years.

Highlights of his career include 21 state champions, 81 state placers, 18 district dual championships, and a Dual State championship in 1992.

James has received many accolades including 6A/5A Coach of the Year in 2014, OCA All Class Wrestling Coach of the Year in 1992, Region 8 Coach of the Year in 1992, and OWCA 5A Coach of the Year in 1992.

Before coming to Del City, James was the assistant coach at his alma mater, the University of Central Oklahoma, where he helped coach teams to three consecutive NAIA Championships.

As a wrestler, he was a four-time All-American and three-time NAIA Champion for the Bronchos.

James was inducted into the NAIA Hall of Fame in 1992 and the UCO Hall of Fame in 2003.