Career
Aubrey has appeared in 44 matches across 150 sets, totaling 320 kills on a .225 hitting percentage while averaging 2.13 kills per set. Contributed across all phases with 113 digs and 46 total blocks, while steadily increasing production each season to become a key offensive option for the Cougars. She also earned multiple academic honors, including NSIC All-Academic Team of Excellence, highlighting her success both on the court and in the classroom.Â
2025 (Junior)
Appeared in 15 matches, totaling 56 sets for the Cougars. Although Aubrey suffered a shoulder injury mid season, she still recorded 149 kills while hitting .277, averaging 2.66 kills per set. Added 29 digs and 22 total blocks, continuing to be a strong and dominant presence at the net.
2024 (Sophomore)
Played in 23 matches and 77 sets, recording 153 kills (1.99 per set) on 455 total attacks while hitting .207. Also added 74 digs, 19 blocks with 3 solo and 16 assisted, 3 assists, and 1Â service ace. Recognized for academic excellence with selection to the NSIC All-Academic Team of Excellence.
2023 (Freshman)
Appeared in 6 matches and 17 sets, contributing 18 kills (1.06 per set), 10 digs, 1 assist, and 1 service ace during her first collegiate season.
High School
Four-year letterwinner at Union High School in La Porte City, Iowa, and a 2022 Iowa Girls Coaches Association Senior All-Star. Earned First Team All-Conference honors in the North Iowa Cedar League East Division in 2021, was named to the Iowa Class 3A Northeast All-District Team, and received Class 3A All-State Honorable Mention recognition. Named Union’s Volleyball MVP in 2021. Helped guide Union to the Iowa state semifinals in 2019 and the quarterfinals in 2020. Finished her prep career with 1,200+ kills, 85+ aces, 440+ digs, and 179+ blocks. Played club volleyball with Flight Volleyball Club.
Personal
Daughter of Jason and Jennifer Gates. Has two siblings, Hannah and Tyler.
