The foursome of Robert McGhee, Cael Woods, Caleb Reed and Braeden Jackson raced to a Drake Relays title while setting a meet record with a time of 1:26.55. … [Read more...] about Central Bank Athletes of the Month: 4×200 relay, Ankeny Centennial boys’ track
Jaguars drop 9-2 decision at Valley, still seeking their first win of 2025 campaign
The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team is still searching for its first victory. The Jaguars dropped a 9-2 decision at Valley in a CIML Conference matchup on Thursday. The Tigers improved to 3-2 in the league and 5-3 overall, while Centennial's records fell to 0-6 and 0-8. Owen George provided a win at No. 5 singles. He defeated John-Henry Larson, … [Read more...] about Jaguars drop 9-2 decision at Valley, still seeking their first win of 2025 campaign
Postma, Martin each score pair of goals in Centennial’s 8-0 triumph at Mason City
Mady Postma recorded a brace in the first half, and the second-ranked Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team went on to post an 8-0 victory at Mason City in a non-conference game on Thursday. It was the first two goals of the season for Postma, a sophomore midfielder. "It felt really good, especially since I haven’t scored yet this season," said Postma. … [Read more...] about Postma, Martin each score pair of goals in Centennial’s 8-0 triumph at Mason City
Christensen’s goal in 2nd half gives Centennial boys 1-0 victory at Norwalk
In a matchup of rated foes, the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team posted a 1-0 victory at Norwalk in a non-conference game on Thursday. The eighth-ranked Jaguars, who bounced back from Tuesday's 7-2 loss at No. 2 Dowling Catholic, raised their record to 6-3. Norwalk, the No. 5 team in Class 3A, fell to 4-2-2. "Norwalk was super organized and … [Read more...] about Christensen’s goal in 2nd half gives Centennial boys 1-0 victory at Norwalk
‘I love the energy’: Beason, Mohrhauser run last Relays races; Zuber places 3rd
For the first seven laps of the boys' 3,200 at the Drake Relays on Thursday, it appeared that Ankeny senior Ethan Zuber and Cedar Falls junior Jaden Merrick could be headed for another scintillating finish on the blue oval. Merrick and Zuber ran 1-2 almost the entire way--just like they did last year, when Zuber surged to the lead on the final lap before … [Read more...] about ‘I love the energy’: Beason, Mohrhauser run last Relays races; Zuber places 3rd
‘You want to get the best of the best’: Jags hire Delger, Harken to coach hoops teams
Ankeny Centennial Activities Director Nate Lingren didn't have to look very far to find replacements for legendary basketball coaches Scott DeJong and Bob Fontana. Both of the Jaguars' new coaches were already in the building. Matt Delger, Fontana's former assistant, has been hired to take over the boys' program. He was introduced on Wednesday. "I … [Read more...] about ‘You want to get the best of the best’: Jags hire Delger, Harken to coach hoops teams
Geiselhart earns medalist honors, leads Jaguars past Ankeny in triangular meet
The Ankeny Centennial girls' golf team avenged one loss from six days ago and nearly avenged another one. The Jaguars shot a 183 in a CIML Conference triangular meet on Wednesday at Otter Creek, where they defeated crosstown rival Ankeny by nine strokes after losing to the Hawkettes by 12 shots in the Toni Dickey Invitational on the same course on April … [Read more...] about Geiselhart earns medalist honors, leads Jaguars past Ankeny in triangular meet
‘I love the fight’: Hawks use dramatic late rally to earn 3-3 tie against No. 5 Johnston
Ankeny boys' soccer coach Trevor Fuccio wasn't happy with his team's effort in the early stages of Tuesday's game against visiting Johnston. The Hawks' performance over the last 10 minutes, though, more than made up for it. Ankeny scored two late goals in a dramatic rally to escape with a 3-3 tie against the two-time defending Class 4A state champions. … [Read more...] about ‘I love the fight’: Hawks use dramatic late rally to earn 3-3 tie against No. 5 Johnston
Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 302
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm previews the Drake Relays with senior Ethan Zuber of the Ankeny boys' track team, senior Cael Woods and sophomore Anna Woods of the Ankeny Centennial squads, and junior Charlee Cibula of the Ankeny girls' … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 302
IGHSAU announces State Dual Meet Tourney coming to girls’ wrestling in 2027
The Board of Directors at the Iowa Girls' High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) unanimously approved the implementation of a girls' wrestling state dual tournament for the 2026-27 season. “A state dual meet tournament is something that our wrestling schools have wanted,” said IGHSAU Executive Director Erin Gerlich. “The impressive growth of girls' wrestling … [Read more...] about IGHSAU announces State Dual Meet Tourney coming to girls’ wrestling in 2027
‘The game plan didn’t work’: Mendez, No. 2 Dowling romp past Centennial boys, 7-2
A week ago, the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team was mostly successful in containing high-scoring Ankeny forward Landon Benge. The Jaguars weren't as successful on Tuesday defending Dowling Catholic star Jonathan Mendez. Mendez erupted for four goals and two assists to lead the second-ranked Maroons to a 7-2 victory over No. 8 Centennial in a CIML … [Read more...] about ‘The game plan didn’t work’: Mendez, No. 2 Dowling romp past Centennial boys, 7-2
‘We put a lot of pressure on them’: Ankeny girls end drought in 2-0 win at Johnston
The Ankeny girls' soccer team finally found the back of the net. After going scoreless in their last three games, the fourth-ranked Hawkettes got goals from Abby Steinkamp and Izzy Squires to post a 2-0 victory at No. 11 Johnston on Tuesday. "We put a lot of pressure on them," said Ankeny coach Simon Brown. "It's not easy to win on the road, but we … [Read more...] about ‘We put a lot of pressure on them’: Ankeny girls end drought in 2-0 win at Johnston
Passing the torch: Fontana’s ex-assistant Delger to take over Centennial boys’ post
Former assistant coach Matt Delger has been hired to replace longtime Ankeny Centennial boys' basketball coach Bob Fontana, the school announced on Wednesday. We will have more on this developing story later today. … [Read more...] about Passing the torch: Fontana’s ex-assistant Delger to take over Centennial boys’ post
Jaguars finally solve Dowling’s defense, get late goal from freshman for 1-0 win
One goal was all that the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team needed on Tuesday night. The third-ranked Jaguars finally got it with just under 10 minutes left to play on their home pitch. Adeline Kroska scored off an assist by Ava Martin, and Centennial went on to beat No. 10 Dowling Catholic, 1-0, in a CIML Conference game. "We felt if we could … [Read more...] about Jaguars finally solve Dowling’s defense, get late goal from freshman for 1-0 win
Centennial boys win 9 events, dominate Jaguar Invite to claim their 4th team title
With the Drake Relays starting on Thursday, the Ankeny Centennial boys' track team could have elected to rest its qualifiers on Tuesday night. Head coach Nate Smith decided not to do that. Instead, Centennial relied on many of its regulars to easily win the Jaguar Invitational for its fourth team title of the season. The Jaguars racked up 156 points in … [Read more...] about Centennial boys win 9 events, dominate Jaguar Invite to claim their 4th team title
TENNIS ROUNDUP: Ankeny, Centennial squads get swept by Johnston, Dowling
Tuesday was a rough night for the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial tennis teams. All four squads suffered losses in CIML Conference play. At the Prairie Ridge courts, the Ankeny boys' team dropped an 11-0 decision to Johnston while the Centennial girls' squad was blanked by Dowling Catholic, 11-0. It was the fourth consecutive shutout loss for the Jaguars, … [Read more...] about TENNIS ROUNDUP: Ankeny, Centennial squads get swept by Johnston, Dowling
Jaguars place 2nd, Hawkettes finish 5th in Drake Relays tuneup at Weier Invitational
Monday's Larry Weier Invitational at Dowling Catholic served as a final tuneup for the Drake Relays for six girls' track teams, including Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial. The Jaguars placed second overall with 168.5 points. Dowling won the meet for the third straight year, racking up 205.5 points. "The Dowling meet was a nice tuneup for the Drake Relays … [Read more...] about Jaguars place 2nd, Hawkettes finish 5th in Drake Relays tuneup at Weier Invitational
‘We didn’t play quite as well today’: AHS golfers finish 11th at Lamson Invitational
Coming off a season-best score in the Toni Dickey Invitational on Thursday at Otter Creek, the Ankeny girls' golf team was hoping to play just as well in the Lamson Invitational on Monday at Willow Creek. Unfortunately, it didn't happen. The Hawkettes shot a 384 and finished 11th in the 17-team field. "We didn’t play quite as well today," said … [Read more...] about ‘We didn’t play quite as well today’: AHS golfers finish 11th at Lamson Invitational
‘We continue to grow’: Depleted Jags gain experience in losses to Valley, Cedar Falls
The depleted Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team traveled to the Byrnes Park Tennis Center in Waterloo on Monday and lost to a pair of tough opponents at the Cedar Falls Quadrangular. The Jaguars dropped an 11-0 decision to Valley in a CIML Conference meet, then fell to the host Tigers, 9-0, in a non-conference matchup. They are now 0-4 in the league and … [Read more...] about ‘We continue to grow’: Depleted Jags gain experience in losses to Valley, Cedar Falls
High school qualifiers announced for 115th running of Drake Relays
The high school qualifiers for the 115th Drake Relays have been announced. All four of the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial squads will be well represented. Here are all of the Ankeny and Centennial qualifiers: BOYS 4x100 relay: Ankeny, Centennial 4x200 relay: Centennial 4x400 relay: Ankeny, Centennial 4x800 relay: Ankeny, Centennial Shuttle … [Read more...] about High school qualifiers announced for 115th running of Drake Relays