Career
Aubrey Gates has appeared in 29 matches and 94 sets across two seasons for the Cougars. She has totaled 171 kills (1.82 per set) with a .187 hitting percentage, along with 84 digs, 3 solo blocks, and 21 assisted blocks. She’s compiled 185.5 total points (1.97 per set) in her collegiate career and was named to the NSIC All-Academic Team of Excellence in 2024.
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.
