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Archives for April 2018

Relay races named after former Ankeny track coach Osborn

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As the weather cooled off Thursday night, many of the fans attending the Hawkette Invitational were probably anxious for the meet to end. Scott Osborn wasn't one of them. The former Ankeny boys' track coach was honored at the meet by having the 4x400 relay named after him. Southeast Polk won the inaugural race and received a commemorative … [Read more...] about Relay races named after former Ankeny track coach Osborn

Hagarty wants Ankeny team ‘to have fun and enjoy game of golf’

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It's been a challenging spring for Ankeny girls' golf coach Seth Hagarty. After replacing longtime coach Toni Dickey, Hagarty has been trying to get to know his players. He has also had to deal with unfavorable weather conditions that have made it difficult to practice outdoors. "We have had to be creative with our practice times thus far," Hagarty … [Read more...] about Hagarty wants Ankeny team ‘to have fun and enjoy game of golf’

Jaguars set 2 meet records, Ankeny wins 3 events at S.E. Polk Invite

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' track team took advantage of Thursday's decent weather to win five events at the Southeast Polk Invitational. The Jaguars captured four relays and set two meet records en route to a third-place finish overall. They scored 97.5 points, while Ankeny won three events and finished fifth in the nine-team field with 73 … [Read more...] about Jaguars set 2 meet records, Ankeny wins 3 events at S.E. Polk Invite

Centennial’s Williams to play for Mineral Area College

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Keanna Williams wants to get out of her comfort zone. That's one of the reasons the Ankeny Centennial point guard has verbally committed to play basketball for Mineral Area College in Park Hills, Mo. She picked the Cardinals over nearby Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids. "I have always been around my mom and dad and have never ventured off," … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Williams to play for Mineral Area College

Hawks blank Hoover for their 4th straight shutout

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The Ankeny boys' soccer team is on a roll. The Hawks posted a 4-0 victory over visiting Des Moines Hoover on Thursday for their fourth consecutive shutout. They are now 4-1 on the season, while the Huskies dropped to 1-1. "Overall, I'd say it was a very mature performance from our team," said Ankeny coach Jordan Burns. "We were disciplined tactically … [Read more...] about Hawks blank Hoover for their 4th straight shutout

Blevins shines in Centennial boys’ season-opening victory

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There appears to be a future star on the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team. Freshman Will Blevins made his varsity debut on Thursday as the Jaguars opened their season with a 10-1 victory at Southeast Polk in a CIML Central Conference dual meet. Blevins rolled to a 6-0, 6-0 triumph over Blake Beaune in the No. 1 singles match. He then teamed up with … [Read more...] about Blevins shines in Centennial boys’ season-opening victory

Jaguars place 3rd, Ankeny ties for 4th at Hawkette Invitational

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A year ago, the Ankeny girls' track team celebrated its Senior Night by winning the Hawkette Invitational. On Thursday, Ankeny Centennial was hoping to accomplish the same feat, but Southeast Polk had other ideas. The Rams won six events, including four relays, to capture the Hawkette Invitational title with 125 points. Valley was second in the … [Read more...] about Jaguars place 3rd, Ankeny ties for 4th at Hawkette Invitational

Whitaker’s goal sparks Hawkettes to 2-0 win at Urbandale

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It didn't take long for Riley Whitaker to make an impact for the Ankeny girls' soccer team. The Iowa recruit scored a goal midway through the first half to spark the ninth-ranked Hawkettes to a 2-0 victory at Urbandale in their season opener on Thursday. It was the first high school game for the senior, who has previously played for the Iowa Rush club … [Read more...] about Whitaker’s goal sparks Hawkettes to 2-0 win at Urbandale

Ankeny freshman Schrader commits to play volleyball for Notre Dame

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Last Sunday, the Notre Dame women's basketball team captured the NCAA Division I national championship. Perhaps someday Phyona Schrader will lead the Irish to a national title in volleyball. The Ankeny High School freshman verbally committed earlier this week to play for Notre Dame, beginning in the 2021 season. The 15-year-old Southview Middle School … [Read more...] about Ankeny freshman Schrader commits to play volleyball for Notre Dame

Centennial edges Ankeny during season-opening rugby tournament

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The Ankeny High School Rugby Club kicked off the opening night for boys' rugby across the state last weekend. Teams attending the tournament included Ankeny, Ballard, Centennial, Denver, Hoover, Lincoln, Madison County, Van Meter and Waverly-Shell Rock. Centennial, led by captains Spencer Hilbert and Lane Pruisner, opened the night against non-conference … [Read more...] about Centennial edges Ankeny during season-opening rugby tournament

Jaguars defeat 3 opponents at Iowa City West Invitational

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team will take a 3-0 record into Friday's game at Norwalk. The Jaguars won all three of their games at the blustery Iowa City West Invitational last weekend, beginning with a 1-0 shootout victory over defending Class 3A state champion Iowa City West on Friday. "Overall, it was a good learning weekend with good … [Read more...] about Jaguars defeat 3 opponents at Iowa City West Invitational

Ankeny boys’ soccer team rebounds from season-opening loss

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When the Ankeny boys' soccer team opened its season on Friday with a 3-1 loss to Iowa City High at the Iowa City West Invitational, it turned out to be a blessing in disguise. The Hawks have since reeled off three consecutive victories heading into Thursday's home game against Des Moines Hoover. "Losing our first game to City High was the best thing … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys’ soccer team rebounds from season-opening loss

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Cambri Mason, Ankeny girls’ soccer

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Cambri Mason of the Ankeny girls' soccer team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. The junior midfielder, who is currently home-schooled, is a two-year letterwinner for the Hawkettes. She also plays basketball for Ankeny Christian Academy. "After not being initially elected to the varsity team after player placements her freshmen … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Cambri Mason, Ankeny girls’ soccer

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Logan Scheer, Ankeny boys’ tennis

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Logan Scheer is the Ankeny Fanatic prep of the week sponsored by Revive Clinic and Spa. The senior is the top returning player for the Ankeny boys' tennis team. Scheer helped the Hawks to a 6-6 record last year. He placed fourth in singles at a Class 2A district tournament. Here is some inside info on Scheer: How are the practices going thus … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Logan Scheer, Ankeny boys’ tennis