The Daily Iowan: What do you like to do for fun?

Gabby Deery: Obviously, I’m very busy, but when I’m not playing volleyball, I love to spend time with my family. I’m super close with my cousins. One of my cousins goes here, so it’s super nice to have her up here. I love to jet ski on the Mississippi River. We live right on the Mississippi [River], so that’s always so much fun. I love going to football games or basketball games. I’ve been to field hockey for the first time this year, and that’s all been so much fun.

 If you could eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?

I would say pasta. I love all types of pasta. That’s been my go-to since I was a kid.

What’s one thing you can’t live without?

I don’t think I could live without my cousin’s dog, Vinny.

What’s your favorite sport to watch?

Other than volleyball? Basketball.

What’s better: the beach or the mountains?

Beach all the way.

What’s your favorite song at the moment?

Literally anything by Taylor Swift right now.

How long does it take for you to get ready in the morning? What do you need to do to get ready?

It probably takes me 30 minutes. And I literally wash my face, brush my teeth, put on my clothes, and brush my hair, and I’m out the door.

What’s your favorite beverage?

I would say a chai tea from Starbucks.

Do you dress to impress or dress for comfort?

I dress to impress, but it’s still for comfort. My style is athletic. I guess it’s a “yellow flag.” I try to go for a pair of Jordans with something like that — a little bit more comfy but so cute.

What would be the first thing you’d do if you won the lottery?

Oh, I would go to Paris. I’ve always wanted to go to Paris and to the Eiffel Tower.

How do you enjoy spending alone time?

I usually turn on a movie and just relax. I put my phone down, and I just focus on the movie.

Do you have a piece of advice or motto that you live by?

The one thing I learned was in high school: It’s playing for more than wins. It was my high school motto — playing for someone else, playing for your teammates in the end, [whether it’s] wins or losses. There’s so much more to the game than just a win.

What’s your favorite social media app and why?

I would say Snapchat because it lets me connect with not only my friends from here but my friends from home and my family that lives far away. It’s definitely more interesting than texting them.