Luke Axtell (Coach Luke)
Basketball - Skill Development & Athlete Mentorship
Key values: Player development, technical precision, community investment
Luke is a player-focused coach who believes in developing athletes to reach their highest potential both on and off the court. He emphasizes technical precision combined with an offensive mindset, focusing on skill development that translates to game success. His approach centers on mentorship that builds character alongside basketball abilities.
Years of Coaching Experience: 14+ years (since 2010)
Playing Background: University of Texas, University of Kansas, professional overseas career
What makes coaching unique: Combines elite playing experience under legendary coaches with hands-on business leadership and local community focus
Professional Background:
Previous coaching positions:
Hill Country Christian School
Founder of Luke's Hoops (2010) - managed 6 coaches, 12 elite teams
Current owner of TCG (Tenacity. Courage. Grit.)
Education/Certifications: Education degree from University of Texas
Playing career highlights:
All-State selection at Austin Westlake
University of Texas player
University of Kansas (3 years under Roy Williams)
Several Big 12 Conference honors
Professional career overseas
Notable achievements: Led 12 elite teams to tournament success through Luke's Hoops
Specializations:
Age groups: Elite youth through high school levels
Specific skills: Shooting mechanics, footwork, ball handling, defense, conditioning
Training methodologies: Offensive-minded approach with technical precision, tournament preparation
Personal Touch:
Local connections: Based in Dripping Springs, invests in DSISD community
Family: Lives in Dripping Springs with his family
Community involvement: Built TCG to serve local community and support district athletics
Background detail: Learned under Roy Williams at Kansas, bringing that championship-level experience to local athletes