High school football Q&A: Owasso's James Willis

By MIKE BROWN World Sports Writer on May 22, 2013, at 2:23 AM??

Q&A: James Willis Owasso, DE

Willis and his family lived in Moss Point, Miss., until 2005 when Hurricane Katrina destroyed their home. They were moved to Owasso by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). He was the Rams' leading pass-rusher last season, totaling 6 1/2 sacks, and had 79 tackles.

Do you remember what it was like being in Hurricane Katrina?

I was outside playing basketball, having a good time, and then my dad came out and warned us that there was gonna be a hurricane.

What happened next?

We had to go to a shelter. We went to the New Orleans (Louisiana Superdome) football stadium.

What are the differences between here and where you grew up?

Mississippi is more humid than Oklahoma. It has a different atmosphere. I feel more at home when I go back there. I love Owasso, but it's not my hometown. Most of my family still lives in Mississippi.

What are you planning to do this summer?

I plan on helping my team by becoming a better football player and getting a summer job.

Have you had many jobs in the past?

Not besides babysitting, and sometimes I'll help people who are moving.

Babysitting? Have you done a lot of that?

My (oldest) sister pays me to watch my nephews and I'll watch my little sisters.

How many sisters do you have?

I have seven. The one is on her own, and then I have six others. The youngest are 11, 14 and 15. And I have (an 18-year-old) twin.

What have you learned from growing up around so many females?

That you won't ever win an argument with a girl.

What other jobs are you looking for?

I would mow grass or do just about anything to make a little money. It wouldn't matter.

What are your plans after Owasso?

Hopefully get a scholarship to play football and get my college paid for.

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