Luke Mills commits to play basketball for Southwestern University

May 17, 2023

At today’s signing day ceremony, Luke Mills inked his commitment to play basketball and continue his education at Southwestern University in Georgetown.

Mills played four seasons for the Rattlers, securing a spot on the varsity roster as a sophomore and serving as a team captain his senior year. As a three-year Varsity Letterman, Luke’s accomplishments on the basketball court include:

  • 2X Unanimous 1st team All District (2021-22, 2022-23)
  • All-Tournament Team – 2022 Diamondbacker Invitational
  • San Antonio Area Association of Basketball Coaches All-Star Team (2022-23)

During Mills’ time with the team, the Rattler’s set two school records.

  • Best overall record (32-6) in Reagan history (2021-22)
  • Undefeated District Champions (16-0) for the first time in school history (2022-23)

The team also made it to the Regional Semifinals (2021-22) and Regional Quarterfinals (2022-23) in back-to-back seasons.

When asked to comment about Luke and his commitment to continue his basketball career, Head Basketball Coach, John Hirst, said, “Luke has been an incredible ambassador for Reagan Basketball. The effort and intensity that he brought to the court in every practice and every game – set a standard for our entire program. His loyalty and unselfishness are a credit to his character and his upbringing. Luke Mills will be remembered as one of the best basketball players and one of our favorite guys in Reagan Hoops history!”

Mills also played for Proskills San Antonio.

We wish Luke continued success as a Pirate! You can follow him next year at @SUPiratesMBB.

#RattlerPride #OnceARattlerAlwaysARattler

Photo courtesy of Alamo Sports Photography