Augustana University director of athletics Slade Larscheid announced Monday the hiring of Jennifer Jacobs as the new head volleyball coach.

Jacobs is the ninth head volleyball coach in program history at Augustana.

“We are extremely excited to welcome Jennifer to the Augustana community,” Larscheid said. Coach Jacobs is committed to the personal growth and development of our student-athletes. Her experience as a coach, administrator and former student-athlete will be a major asset to our volleyball program. Plus, Jennifer is a leader with a strong work ethic both on and off the court.”

Jacobs officially begins her duties at Augustana on March 1.