| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 26, 1942 Everett, Washington, U.S. |
| Died | March 29, 2020 (aged 77) |
| Playing career | |
| 1962–1964 | Washington |
| Position(s) | Defensive end |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1965 | Fife HS (WA) (assistant) |
| 1966–1968 | Shoreline CC (assistant) |
| 1969–1977 | Washington (assistant) |
| 1978–1992 | Washington (DC) |
| 1993–1998 | Washington |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 44–25–1 (.636) |
| Bowls | 1–3 |
| Accomplishments and honors | |
| Championships | |
| 1 Pac-10 (1995) | |
| Awards | |
James Ralph Lambright (April 26, 1942 – March 29, 2020) was an American football player and coach. He served as the head coach at the University of Washington for six seasons, from 1993 to 1998, compiling a record of 44–25–1 (.636).[1] Prior to becoming head coach, Lambright served as an assistant on the Huskies coaching staff for 24 seasons.