Bellevue University head volleyball coach Trish Siedlik announced today the additions of four student-athletes who will all begin their Bruin career at BU in the fall of 2023. 

The newest Bruins include 5-8 outside hitter/defensive specialist Ali Butler, 5-9 outside hitter/defensive specialist Rowyn Scheer, 5-8 outside hitter Aspen Meyer, and 5-9 outside hitter Kylie Wessel.

2023 Bellevue Volleyball Signing Class

Ali Butler, 5-8, OH/DS, Omaha, Neb. (Millard South HS, Premier Volleyball Club)

• Four-year letterwinner at Millard South High School under head coach Jaisa Poppleton.
• 2022, Third-team Nebraska Class A all-state 
• 2021, 2020, Honorable mention all-state
• Holds school records for career service aces (128) and single-season service aces (64)
• Team captain
• Three-time Academic all-state selection
• Three-year member of the Gold Honor Roll
• Played club volleyball at Premier Volleyball Club under coach Korrine Bowers

Siedlik Quote:
"Ali will be an X factor. She is going to be that player who not only makes us better as a team, but will be looked to as being marketable in a few areas. She is a strong student-athlete who came with career goals. 

Rowyn Scheer, 5-9, OH/DS, Elkhorn, Neb. (Elkhorn South HS, Club Legacy Volleyball)

• Prepped at Elkhorn South High School under head coach Chelsea Potter
• Team captain her senior season
• Earned varsity excellent letter
• Named to the school's Honor Roll 14 quarters
• Played club volleyball for Club Legacy under coach Steve Bymers
• Helped her club team qualify for the 2022 USA Nationals in Indianapolis, Ind.  

Siedlik Quote:
"Rowyn has increased her skills every year she has played. She is a solid passer and a crafty hitter. Rowyn will be another player that increases the value of the pin hitters. She is a strong student with lofty goals in the medical field. 

Aspen Meyer, 5-8, OH, Nebraska City, Neb. (Nebraska City Lourdes Central Catholic HS, Nebraska Juniors)

• Four-year letterwinner in volleyball, basketball, and track at Nebraska City Lourdes Central Catholic High School
• Honorable mention all-state in Nebraska Class C-2
• Two-time all-conference honoree in volleyball
• Holds school records for career and single-season kills and single-match service aces
• Named team captain and team Offensive Player of the Year
• All-conference selection in basketball 
• Led team in points, rebounds steals, and blocks
• Honorable mention all-state in basketball
• Two-time qualifier in track for the Nebraska State Championships

Siedlik Quote:
"Aspen has a high ceiling and is ready to test it. Aspen is also a marketable player that played multiple positions in high school and club. Her all-around skills make her an early threat. She is another strong student who will be looking into the Education field. 

Kylee Wessel, 5-9, OH, Humphrey, Neb. (Humphrey St. Francis HS, Nebraska One)

• Prepped at Humphrey St. Francis High School under coach Dean Korus
• Two-time all-state 
• Three-time all-conference
• Twice named to the all-tournament team at the Nebraska State Tournament
• Four-year letterwinner in basketball
• Honorable mention all-state in basketball
• Two-time all-conference in basketball
• Twice qualified for the Nebraska State Track and Field Championships in the high jump
• Member of the National Honor Society and the A-B Honor Roll 
• Played club volleyball for Nebraska One under coach Quinten Loontjer where her team qualified for USA Nationals in Las Vegas, Nev.  

Siedlik Quote:
"Kylee is a mix of flash and finesse. She is going to smile in warm-up, but then become fierce and competitive once the whistle blows. She is a strong student-athlete who takes her craft on and off the court seriously. 

The Bruins finished the 2022 season with a 28-8 overall record and a No. 14 national ranking, advancing to the NAIA National Tournament for the 15th time in school history. BU shared the NSAA regular-season title with Viterbo after recording a 13-1 conference ledger. The Bruins placed second at the NSAA Post-Season Tournament.