Bruins sign Klassen in 2019 recruiting class

Bellevue University head volleyball coach Trish Siedlik announced today the signing of Jacey Klassen (Hampton, Neb./Hampton HS) who will join the Bruins beginning in the fall of 2019. 

Klassen, a 5-3 defensive specialist/outside hitter, was a four-year varsity letterwinner under coaches Diane Torson, Margo LaBrie, and former Bruin standout Kayla Gaughen at Hampton High School. She was a two-time all-state honorable mention selection as well as a first-team all-conference honoree. 

The daughter of Kent Klassen and the late Janelle Klassen, Jacey finished her career ranked fifth in school history in total kills while also tying the school record with 10 service aces in a match. 

A versatile athlete, Klassen is a three-year state qualifier at the Nebraska State Track & Field Championships. She earned a bronze medal in the 200 meters at the 2018 Nebraska State Track Meet. 

Klassen earned honorable mention all-conference accolades in basketball and was team captain. 

Klassen also excelled in the classroom, being named to the school's Honor Roll on numerous occasions as well as to the High Distinction Honor Roll. 

"Bruin volleyball is exciting and bringing in a player like Jacey will make it even more exciting," said Siedlik. "The power and energy she possesses are attributes we want to bring to our program to take us to an elite level. Her positive outlook as to what she can dream to accomplish is endless. We are fortunate that she is going to be a Bruin!"

Five of Klassen's six siblings have played collegiate sports. 

Klassen played club volleyball for Gaughen at Midstar Volleyball Club. 

The Bruins travel to Palos Heights, Ill. this Saturday, Nov. 17, for an NAIA National Championship Opening Round match at Trinity Christian College beginning at 7 p.m.   

(L to R): Bellevue University Head Coach Trish Siedlik, Jacey Klassen