Ree was a three-sport athlete for the Skyhawks and lettered in basketball, baseball and golf. Ree Hart was a two-time state champion in basketball. Through his career, Ree received multiple accolades such as All-Conference and All-State. He is a member of the 1,000-point club (prior to the three-point line) and led his team in field goal percentage and free throw percentage. A leader both on and off the court, Ree was named captain of the basketball team and served as Student Body Vice President and Student Body President. On the diamond, he led his team with RBI’s. After graduating from Hammond in 1973, Ree played and lettered in basketball at Presbyterian College.