Coming off a standout freshman campaign that saw her net NACGC Scholastic All-America honors, Gym Devil sophomore Ashley Szafranski figures to continue to help elevate the program to newfound successes in 2018. A bars and beam specialist, who competed in each of the squads' 11 respective meets on the 2017 season, Szafranski notably recorded season-best marks of 9.875 in each event. The Orefield, Penn. native will be joined by her sister, Kaitlyn, a transfer to the Gym Devil program from Lousiana State University, in 2018. We check in with Ashley as she prepares for the upcoming season...
What are you most looking forward to this upcoming season?
I am most looking forward to proving to everyone how great of a team we are, and showing all of the hard work that we have put in!
What are your team goals you look to achieve for the upcoming season?
One of our big team goals is to finish in the top 20, and also in the top 3 at Regionals. We also set a goal to finish in at least the top 4 at the Pac 12 Championships!
What are your expectations for the team this upcoming season?
Our expectations are to hold a high standard for ourselves, make steady improvements and to have an awesome season!
What was your favorite memory from this past summer?
My favorite memory from this past summer was traveling to the Czech Republic with my boyfriend and his family!
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
If I could travel anywhere in the world, I would go to Europe and see as many places as I can!
Where do you see yourself 10 years from now?
Ten years from now, I see myself with a successful job and a happy family!
What sparked your love for gymnastics?
First, I wanted to be just like my big sister…but later, I always loved the feeling of overcoming any obstacle or accomplishing a goal.
Other than Gymnastics, what are you passionate for?
Other than Gymnastics, I am passionate for my family! And I LOVE country music!
Outside of school work and practice, what do you like to do in your free time?
Outside of school work and practice, I like to hang out with my friends and family, as well as meal prep and go to brunch with my team!!
If were given a million dollars, what would be your first purchase?
If I was given a million dollars, I would buy a plane to travel wherever I wanted!!
Upcoming Open Intrasquad
The Gym Devils are set to play host to an open house intrasquad on Saturday, Nov. 18 at John Spini Gymnastics Center. The event is open to the general public free of charge, with doors slated to open at 12:30 p.m. MT.
Maroon & Gold Intrasquad Schedule Change
The team's 2018 Maroon & Gold Intrasquad meet has been moved from Dec. 16 to Friday, Dec. 15 at 6:30 p.m. MT. Set to be host at Wells Fargo Arena, admission to the event is free.
What are you most looking forward to this upcoming season?
I am most looking forward to proving to everyone how great of a team we are, and showing all of the hard work that we have put in!
What are your team goals you look to achieve for the upcoming season?
One of our big team goals is to finish in the top 20, and also in the top 3 at Regionals. We also set a goal to finish in at least the top 4 at the Pac 12 Championships!
What are your expectations for the team this upcoming season?
Our expectations are to hold a high standard for ourselves, make steady improvements and to have an awesome season!
What was your favorite memory from this past summer?
My favorite memory from this past summer was traveling to the Czech Republic with my boyfriend and his family!
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
If I could travel anywhere in the world, I would go to Europe and see as many places as I can!
Where do you see yourself 10 years from now?
Ten years from now, I see myself with a successful job and a happy family!
What sparked your love for gymnastics?
First, I wanted to be just like my big sister…but later, I always loved the feeling of overcoming any obstacle or accomplishing a goal.
Other than Gymnastics, what are you passionate for?
Other than Gymnastics, I am passionate for my family! And I LOVE country music!
Outside of school work and practice, what do you like to do in your free time?
Outside of school work and practice, I like to hang out with my friends and family, as well as meal prep and go to brunch with my team!!
If were given a million dollars, what would be your first purchase?
If I was given a million dollars, I would buy a plane to travel wherever I wanted!!
Upcoming Open Intrasquad
The Gym Devils are set to play host to an open house intrasquad on Saturday, Nov. 18 at John Spini Gymnastics Center. The event is open to the general public free of charge, with doors slated to open at 12:30 p.m. MT.
Maroon & Gold Intrasquad Schedule Change
The team's 2018 Maroon & Gold Intrasquad meet has been moved from Dec. 16 to Friday, Dec. 15 at 6:30 p.m. MT. Set to be host at Wells Fargo Arena, admission to the event is free.