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JAMES BISHOP

PRESIDENT & FOUNDER OF LACS

Lynwood Athletics Community Services (LACS) was founded by James Bishop after a successful 13-year professional baseball career. Driven by a passion for his community, James established LACS as a grassroots youth sports organization dedicated to steering at-risk youth away from drugs and gangs through the power of athletics.

With over 30 years of service to the City of Lynwood, Bishop has made a lasting impact on countless young athletes. He served as the head baseball coach at Lynwood High School for 29 years, mentoring and developing talent, including former Major Leaguer Efren Navarro. His dedication to youth sports and his community continues to inspire and shape future generations.

You can reach him at
310-806-7504,
james.bishop@mlb.com