Auburn alumna remembered as a steady, physical frontcourt contributor
Shana Askew was a reliable Auburn women’s basketball forward from 1997-2001, known more for steady production, toughness, and team-first consistency than eye-popping numbers; in 95 career games she made 68 starts and helped Auburn reach the NCAA Tournament twice, which signals a player coaches could trust in meaningful minutes. Auburn also noted her passing in 2023, highlighting her lasting impact on the program and the respect she earned within the Auburn family. If you want a dependable, hard-nosed forward with proven college experience, she fit that mold.
