OREM, Utah — Utah Valley University head coach Todd Phillips has announced the signing of John Southwick, a standout shooting guard and team captain for Utah Prep, one of the top prep schools in the nation.
 
"John is a sniper," Phillips said. "He's a big, strong, physical player whose body is ready for the Division I level right now. He has deep range from three and is ranked as one of the top three-point shooters in the country. We're excited to welcome him to the Wolverine family."
 
Southwick, a 6-foot-3, 180-pound guard from Richfield, Utah has led Utah Prep to a top-five national ranking. As Utah Prep's captain, he has displayed exceptional leadership and elite shooting ability. 
 
He also starred for the Utah Prospects, leading the team to the AAU Adidas 3SSB Championship. Southwick attracted significant interest from college programs, receiving offers from Washington, USF, and Southern Utah before committing and signing with Utah Valley.
 
Southwick plans to serve a two-year church mission before beginning his collegiate career with the Wolverines.