Check out the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by the Ankeny office of Iowa Realty. In this bonus edition of the podcast, Ankeny Fanatic publisher Dan Holm discusses a wide variety of topics with two of his buddies, Rod Brannan and Tony Rhoads, including the impact of the coronavirus on their lives and the community of Ankeny. … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 88
Archives for March 2020
‘The great ones adapt’: Spring sports athletes, coaches dealing with COVID-19
Ashley Harrington found out during her spring break trip to the Dominican Republic that her final soccer season at Ankeny High School could be in jeopardy. "I didn't truly realize this pandemic could affect the season until I got an email from (coach) Simon (Brown) regarding the IGHSAU restrictions," Harrington said. "I'm not currently in the U.S. so I … [Read more...] about ‘The great ones adapt’: Spring sports athletes, coaches dealing with COVID-19
Ankeny two-sport star Brecht narrows his list of schools to Iowa, Iowa State
Ankeny football and baseball star Brody Brecht has decided to stay close to home. The junior wide receiver and hard-throwing pitcher announced on Twitter Thursday that he has narrowed his list of schools to Iowa and Iowa State. "Appreciate all the schools who have believed in me, but I will be focusing on these two," Brecht tweeted. Iowa's football … [Read more...] about Ankeny two-sport star Brecht narrows his list of schools to Iowa, Iowa State
Central Bank Athlete of the Month: Jordan Kumm, Ankeny senior
Blimpie Sub of the Week: Ben McDermott, ACA boys’ basketball
Sophomore Ben McDermott was one of the top reserves this season for the Ankeny Christian Academy boys' basketball team. He helped the Eagles to a 21-4 record. McDermott averaged 6.4 points and 2.8 rebounds per game. He also racked up 33 steals and 11 blocks. McDermott placed fourth on the team with 35 3-point goals. He shot 30.4 percent from behind … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Ben McDermott, ACA boys’ basketball