Entering his senior year with confidence after committing to St. Bonaventure in September, Jacob Klein Jacob Klein 6'1" | A | Right Hand Loyola Blakefield | 2026 MD continues to show why he’s one of Loyola’s most versatile offensive pieces. He can initiate from anywhere on the field. In Saturday’s scrimmage, he found the net twice — once down each alley — showcasing comfort shooting on the run from either hand. Near the goal line is another place where Klein makes an impact. He’s nimble enough to toe tap around the crease and confident enough in finishing with low angles.

What stands out about his dodging is his combination of different speeds. He’s great at slowing down to get close to defenders to bait checks, then blasts off to create separation to get his hands free. Off-ball, he’s equally as strong. He sees lanes early, times his cuts well, and makes himself an easy target in flow offense. Combine those traits with a smooth, confident release and consistent accuracy, and Klein is a player defenses will have to focus on this spring.

Utilized primarily as an off-ball finisher, Klein made the most of his opportunities last season and put in double-digit goals for the 9-9 Dons. A tall, reliable target with soft hands and a natural scoring instinct, he has excellent touch around the crease and shoots well from mid-range, often capitalizing in catch-and-shoot scenarios. One thing I appreciate about Klein is his self-awareness – he plays within his strengths, putting himself in positions to succeed rather than forcing dodges. His lacrosse IQ, particularly in off-ball movement and spatial awareness, works to his advantage. He stays active, constantly moving his feet and cutting with timeliness to create opportunities. Klein also excels at the little things, such as run-outs, riding, and battling for groundballs. With the Dons graduating a significant number of contributors, I’m eager to see what kind of leap Klein makes in 2025.