ST. JOSEPH, Minn. – The MIAC Tournament starts Saturday for the College of Saint Benedict basketball team, and with the start of the postseason, Madison Doran – the Bennies' lone senior – knows that each game could be her last.
 
While she prepares for the conference tournament, Doran took the time to look back at her four years with the program and reflect on lessons learned and memories. Heading into the MIAC Tournament Saturday, Doran is fourth on the team with 7.7 points per came, including a career-high 21 on Dec. 4 against Concordia. 
 
What is your favorite memory from playing basketball for CSB?
MD: There are so many great memories through my years of playing CSB basketball, but if I had to narrow it down it would be between beating St. Thomas last year and senior day. When we beat UST last year, it was our last time playing our rivals before they went D1. We were able to walk away with the last win. I had a blast celebrating with my teammates. I also had so much fun on my senior day against Macalester. I felt so much love and support from my family, friends, teammates, and coaches. We also got the win and it will be a game I will always remember. 

What were some goals you had as a first year? How did things work out?
MD: My goal was to work while I waited. I didn't start getting playing time until sophomore year. My goal that whole time and through senior year was to keep working. That hard work has paid off and I am now a senior captain playing the sport I love at the college level. 
 
If you could give one piece of advice to future players on the team, what would it be?
MD: My advice would be to enjoy it as much as possible. Time really flies by and the work will pay off. Continue to work and have fun the whole time because before you know it, you will be a retired athlete. Positivity, hard work, and fun are key to playing all four years in college. 
 
What is something you will miss most about playing basketball for CSB?
MD: The thing I will miss the most is having fun with my teammates. I will miss the dance parties in the locker room before the game, the mess arounds on the bus, the team bonding events, the jokes, and so much more. They make it worth playing for four years. After I am done playing this sport that I love, I won't remember my stats or games started, but instead the memories I made with my teammates. That will last forever.