Avery Ashford brings freshman upside and catcher depth to FAMU
Avery Ashford is a freshman catcher for Florida A&M in the 2026 season, giving the Rattlers a young backstop with room to grow and a roster spot already earned on the opening depth chart[1][2]. Available 2026 stat line data shows limited offensive production so far, but her value right now is more about development, defensive position fit, and catching depth than raw numbers[2]. For a team, that means a player who looks like a long-term project with upside, especially if you want a catcher who can be molded into a steadier two-way contributor over time[1][2].
