York University (NE)

Nicole (Gates '16) Johnson wore Panther Blue for four years and was a standout athlete on the volleyball team.

Johnson received several accolades while a member of the Panther volleyball team. She was named Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference (MCAC) Honorable Mention her sophomore year and followed that up with First Team MCAC her junior year. Her senior year, the Panthers were part of the Association of Independent Institutions Conference and she was named to the Second Team. She also received All-Nebraska NAIA Volleyball Honorable Mention honors three times.

Johnson holds several career records at York including total kills (1044) and block assists (218). She led the team as co-captain in her junior and senior years. 

Because of her outstanding athletic achievements during her years with York University, on this day, October 19, 2024, Nicole (Gates) Johnson ‘16 is inducted into the York University Athletic Hall of Fame.