Keegan Mills (St. Thomas) Receives Rugby Scholarship to Lindenwood University

MAY 6, 2013 BY JOHN CONNOLLY

St. Thomas High School (Houston, TX) senior flyhalf Keegan Mills has accepted a rugby scholarship to play at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri. Lindenwood currently competes in D1-AA rugby and has just advanced to the Final Four this season. While a relatively new program (established in 2011), it has quickly become a dominant force in U.S. rugby. Under Coach Ron Laszewski, the Lions won the 2012 national championship.

Mills is a three-time All-State selection for the Eagles, a Texas High Performance player, and has been invited to USA High School All-American camp. During his career at STH, the Eagles have won three straight state championships, served as team captain, and stands among the top five in all career categories of the school record book. Mills set the school record for penalty kicks in a match (5) this season against the Woodlands. “I am extremely excited to get the opportunity to continue my rugby career at such a good program,” said Mills. “I am looking forward to competing against the best players in the country and to continue the growth of my game under Coach Laszewski.”

Mills also had an offer from Notre Dame College in Ohio, but decided that Lindenwood was the best fit for him academically and rugby-wise. “The coaches and players of St. Thomas High School Varsity Rugby are extremely proud of Keegan’s scholarship with Lindenwood. “Throughout his high school career, Keegan has exemplified the principals of dedication, intensity and sportsmanship that make rugby so special, “ said Head Coach James Wolfinger, “ Keegan is an avid student of the game and has, in addition to his playing and leadership roles, become an internationally recognized referee with great promise. I couldn’t be more proud of Keegan. He is a fine young man. I feel sure that we’ll be hearing great things about Keegan for many years to come.”