2008-2009 (Sophomore)
Started seven and saw action in 17 games for the Pirates...was fifth on the team with a .300 batting average with nine hits in 30 at bats...had just one error this season for a.985 fielding percentage.

2007-2008 (First-year)
Saw action in 19 games and started ten contests as a first-year student...hit .172 from the plate...was tied for third on the team in sacrifice bunts...had a .974 fielding percentage.

High School
Ashford was 4A Academic All-State selection and a Honorable Mention All-District pick for the Hawks at Red Oak HS.

Personal
Nick is the son of Gary and Tammy Ashford...has one brother - Jake.  Nick is majoring in computer science and physics with a minor in mathematics.