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Archives for January 2019

Girls’ pairings announced: Hawkettes, Jaguars to host 5A regional semifinals

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The Class 5A regional basketball pairings have been announced by the Iowa Girls' High School Athletic Union. Ankeny has been placed in Region 2, while Ankeny Centennial has been placed in Region 8. The Hawkettes (7-10) are seeded second in their bracket. They will host a semifinal game against Des Moines East (9-7) or Des Moines North (2-14) on Feb. 16 at … [Read more...] about Girls’ pairings announced: Hawkettes, Jaguars to host 5A regional semifinals

Grand View’s Brunkow named NAIA Division I player of the week

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For much of his college basketball career, Jordan Brunkow has been a role player at Grand View, providing a little bit of everything for the Vikings. Now a senior, Brunkow has emerged as a potential star in his final season. The 6-foot-5 wing player received a pair of awards this week after leading Grand View to wins over two nationally-ranked … [Read more...] about Grand View’s Brunkow named NAIA Division I player of the week

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Scott Talmadge, Ankeny Centennial wrestling

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Sophomore Scott Talmadge is a member of the Ankeny Centennial wrestling team. Talmadge has helped the Jaguars to a 17-0 record and a No. 3 ranking in Class 3A according to the Iowa Wrestling Coaches Association dual rankings. "Scott has done a great job filling in at 126 pounds and has wrestled tough and worked hard to overcome an early season … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Scott Talmadge, Ankeny Centennial wrestling

Hawkettes hold off Roosevelt’s rally for much-needed win

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Ankeny girls' basketball coach Dru McAnelly breathed a sigh of relief following Monday's game against visiting Des Moines Roosevelt. The Hawkettes built a 16-point lead in the first half before holding on down the stretch for a 56-52 victory. It was just their second win in the last nine games since sophomore forward Abby Johnson suffered a deep bone … [Read more...] about Hawkettes hold off Roosevelt’s rally for much-needed win