Savannah James Opens Up About High School Life and Fighting in New Podcast

Savannah James, wife of basketball superstar LeBron James, has managed to maintain a low profile despite being married to one of the most recognizable athletes on the planet. Known for her quiet support of her husband, Savannah has recently begun to share more about her life on a new podcast, “Everybody’s Crazy,” which she co-hosts with April Daniels. In a recent episode, Savannah made a surprising admission about her high school years.

During a discussion about high school life, April Daniels asked Savannah what she was like during those years. Savannah’s response was unexpected: “girl fighting.” She quickly clarified that she did not enjoy getting into fights but felt she had no choice.

“But I had to defend myself,” said Savannah. “I had a lot of that. I had girls who didn’t like me and couldn’t tell nobody why they didn’t like me. Like my whole group of friends, it was like, tough. It was a lot.”

Savannah was a cheerleader and softball player at Buchtel Community Learning Center in Akron, Ohio. At 16, she met LeBron, who was a year older and the star player at rival school St. Vincent-St. Mary’s. Their first date was at Outback Steakhouse, and the rest, as they say, is history.

Despite not explicitly stating it, it’s possible that Savannah’s relationship with LeBron contributed to the animosity she faced from other girls at her school. Dating the star player from a rival school might have sparked jealousy and resentment

Savannah revealed that many of the fights she got into were not her own but were in defense of her friends.

“I do feel like a lot of the fights that I had, it was me bein’ just an ally of my friends,” Savannah added. “I don’t feel like I really fought a fight that was my fight — ’cause I was nice. I feel like I got along with a majority, everybody.”

April Daniels suggested that jealousy might have been the root cause of the other girls’ dislike for Savannah. Given her relationship with LeBron, the best high school basketball prospect ever, it’s understandable that jealousy could have played a role.

“I would hate you too if your boyfriend was LeBron James,” Daniels said. “But not really. I really wouldn’t hate you. But I feel like, yes. They’re like, ‘Why couldn’t it be me?’ That’s why they were mad at you. No young women should be fighting.”

Savannah agreed, emphasizing that such behavior is “not okay.” Now a mother of three — Bronny, Bryce, and Zuri — Savannah is done with fighting. However, she humorously noted that in case of any similar situations today, she would call security instead.

Despite the challenges she faced in high school, Savannah has built a life of support and strength behind the scenes. As LeBron’s wife, she has navigated the complexities of being married to a global icon while raising their children. Her revelations on the podcast provide a rare glimpse into her past and the resilience she has shown throughout her life.

Savannah James’ candid discussion about her high school experiences on “Everybody’s Crazy” highlights the challenges she faced and her strength in overcoming them. As she continues to support her family and maintain her privacy, Savannah’s story is an inspiring example of resilience and grace under pressure. Her ability to navigate the complexities of life with LeBron and her past struggles showcases her as a formidable figure in her own right.