Minnesota State Moorhead Guard Discusses Impacting the Game

Ashton Safranski talks about contributing in ways beyond just scoring points.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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In an interview, Minnesota State Moorhead women's basketball player Ashton Safranski discussed how she can make an impact on the game even when her shot isn't falling, the importance of finishing the regular season strong, and other aspects of her game that don't show up in the box score.

Why it matters

Safranski's insights highlight how elite basketball players can contribute to their team's success in ways that go beyond just scoring points, which is an important lesson for young athletes to understand as they develop their all-around game.

The details

Safranski, a guard for the Minnesota State Moorhead women's basketball team, talked about how she focuses on making an impact through her defense, rebounding, and other hustle plays when her shot isn't falling. She emphasized the importance of ending the regular season on a high note and carrying that momentum into the postseason.

  • The interview took place on February 19, 2026.

The players

Ashton Safranski

A guard for the Minnesota State Moorhead women's basketball team.

Jace Denman

The reporter who conducted the interview with Ashton Safranski.

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What they’re saying

“There's many little things that don't show up in a box score, but can really impact the whole game.”

— Ashton Safranski, Minnesota State Moorhead Women's Basketball Player (am1100theflag.com)

The takeaway

Safranski's comments highlight how the most valuable basketball players are those who can contribute in a variety of ways, not just by scoring points. This is an important lesson for young athletes to learn as they develop their all-around game and strive to make a positive impact on their teams.