After starring on the gridiron for the Foxes, James continued his playing career at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI, where he plays linebacker for the Ospreys. As a sophomore, he was selected 1st Team All-NEWMAC, posting a team-leading 106 tackles, 3 interceptions, 6 tackles for loss, and 1 sack. James was also named Sophomore Scholar Athlete of the year and has been a multi-year starter at linebacker. He was recently selected as Captain for the 2026 season — the first Junior captain in Salve football history.
Completed his final season of college football for the Brockport Golden Eagles. The LB and captain for his team was a first-team All-Empire 8 selection and led his 7-4 team in tackles. Beyond that, Luca, who was a high school wrestling standout, picked wrestling back up after a 5-year hiatus to wrestle for the Golden Eagles, placing 4th at SUNYACS at 197 pounds.