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Archives for September 2020

‘They have a lot of weapons’: Hawkettes top rival, will likely become No. 1 team

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Ankeny volleyball player Hannah Baier stopped to chat with Ankeny Centennial's Reagan Angus as she walked out of the Jaguars' gym on Tuesday night. There were no hard feelings after a hard-fought match between crosstown rivals. "We're all really close," Angus said. The second-ranked Hawkettes took control in the third set and went on to post a … [Read more...] about ‘They have a lot of weapons’: Hawkettes top rival, will likely become No. 1 team

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Maddy LaVoi, Ankeny Centennial girls’ cross country

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Sophomore Maddy LaVoi is a member of the sixth-ranked Ankeny Centennial girls' cross country team. LaVoi placed 26th in the Bobcat Invitational on Sept. 10 at Marshalltown. She posted a time of 20 minutes 25 seconds to help the Jaguars to a third-place finish. "Maddy's performance at the Marshalltown meet was a pleasant surprise," said Centennial coach … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Maddy LaVoi, Ankeny Centennial girls’ cross country

Hawkette swimmers win 10 of 12 events en route to 67-35 victory at Mason City

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The Ankeny girls' swimming team averaged more than 124 points in each of its first three dual meets this season. There was no way the sixth-ranked Hawkettes were going to reach that number in Tuesday's dual meet at Mason City, but they still posted an impressive victory. Ankeny won 10 of the 12 events and defeated the Mohawks, 67-35, in a CIML Iowa … [Read more...] about Hawkette swimmers win 10 of 12 events en route to 67-35 victory at Mason City

Johnson, unbeaten Hawk golfers sweep CIML Iowa Conference titles

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A year ago, the Ankeny boys' golf team won the CIML Central Conference dual-meet title before struggling to a fourth-place finish at the conference meet. The third-ranked Hawks didn't let history repeat itself on Tuesday. After going undefeated in conference dual meets for the second straight year, Ankeny cruised to the CIML Iowa Conference crown at … [Read more...] about Johnson, unbeaten Hawk golfers sweep CIML Iowa Conference titles

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Millie Hill, Ankeny Centennial volleyball

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Senior defensive specialist Millie Hill has helped the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team to a 9-1 record and a No. 5 ranking in Class 5A. She had three digs on Thursday as the Jaguars swept a non-conference match at Ottumwa in three sets. Hill ranks third on the team with 48 digs. She has also completed 73-of-81 serves with five aces. Here is some … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Millie Hill, Ankeny Centennial volleyball

Anderson defeats Nebraska state champ at IAWrestle’s Night of Conflict

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Ankeny wrestler Trever Anderson isn't usually satisfied with just winning his match. The 2019 state champion likes to dominate his opponents. Anderson posted an impressive 7-2 decision over Nebraska prep standout Caleb Coyle in IAWrestle's Night of Conflict on Saturday at The Arena in Sioux City. But as usual, he thought he could have done even … [Read more...] about Anderson defeats Nebraska state champ at IAWrestle’s Night of Conflict

Ankeny’s Overturf verbally commits to play softball at Grand View

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Ankeny first baseman Gillian Overturf has decided to stay close to home. The senior has verbally committed to play softball for Grand View University. She picked the Vikings over Luther, Coe and Hope College in Holland, Mich. "I'm really excited to play for Grand View," Overturf said. "It really wasn't a hard choice for me. All the other schools I … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Overturf verbally commits to play softball at Grand View

‘We knew what we needed to do to win’: Hawkettes knock off No. 1 Dowling

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The third time proved to be a charm for the Ankeny volleyball team. The second-ranked Hawkettes avenged their only two losses with a four-set victory at No. 1 Dowling Catholic on Saturday. They posted a 26-24, 25-22, 16-25, 25-20 victory to snap the Maroons' 12-match winning streak. "We studied them a little harder this time," said Ankeny coach Dave … [Read more...] about ‘We knew what we needed to do to win’: Hawkettes knock off No. 1 Dowling

Ankeny divers Peters, Toth sweep top two places at Tanker Invitational

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Making adjustments during the COVID-19 pandemic has become a requirement for all high school athletes. Ankeny divers Erica Peters and Dasha Toth did just that on Saturday, when they competed at a meet that they weren't originally slated to be among the participants. And the duo ended up capturing the top two places. Peters won the Tanker … [Read more...] about Ankeny divers Peters, Toth sweep top two places at Tanker Invitational

‘We’re nobody to mess around with’: Hawks rout Valley for huge statement

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When the Ankeny football team lost a playoff game at Valley two years ago, the Hawks were a young squad that had yet to fully realize its potential. On Friday, Ankeny returned to Valley Stadium with a veteran roster that was ready for the moment. Jase Bauer passed for 250 yards and five touchdowns as the third-ranked Hawks rolled to a 35-10 victory … [Read more...] about ‘We’re nobody to mess around with’: Hawks rout Valley for huge statement

‘I couldn’t be happier for them’: Jaguars hold off Ames, Lipsey to earn first victory

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For the first time this season, the Ankeny Centennial football team lined up in the victory formation at the end of Friday's homecoming game against Ames. The Jaguars milked the final seconds off the clock to preserve a 21-17 triumph at Ankeny Stadium. "Our kids played great," said Centennial co-head coach Ryan Pezzetti. "I couldn't be happier for … [Read more...] about ‘I couldn’t be happier for them’: Jaguars hold off Ames, Lipsey to earn first victory

McMahon moves up to No. 1 spot in Class 4A rankings; Vicker No. 3 among boys

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Ankeny's Lauren McMahon and Ankeny Centennial's Gabriel Vicker have yet to lose a cross country race this season. Their dominant performances are reflected in the latest Class 4A individual rankings by the Iowa Association of Track Coaches. McMahon, who has won all three of her races in convincing fashion, is now No. 1 in the girls' rankings. "I was … [Read more...] about McMahon moves up to No. 1 spot in Class 4A rankings; Vicker No. 3 among boys

‘I like where our team is at’: Jaguars romp past Ottumwa, improve record to 9-1

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For the last few weeks, the Ankeny Centennial volleyball players have tried not to look ahead to Tuesday's showdown against second-ranked Ankeny. Now, the Jaguars can finally focus on their crosstown rival. No. 5 Centennial improved its record to 9-1 with a 25-17, 26-24, 25-16 victory at Ottumwa in a non-conference match on Thursday. The Bulldogs … [Read more...] about ‘I like where our team is at’: Jaguars romp past Ottumwa, improve record to 9-1

Hawk golfers defend their S.E. Polk title, remain unbeaten on the season

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Even when the Ankeny boys' golf team doesn't play its best, the Hawks are still tough to beat. Third-ranked Ankeny easily won the Southeast Polk Invitational on Wednesday at Copper Creek, posting a 293 total to claim the title for the second straight year. The host Rams placed second in the nine-team field with a 308. Ankeny remained unbeaten on the … [Read more...] about Hawk golfers defend their S.E. Polk title, remain unbeaten on the season

Ankeny volleyball team rolls past Fort Dodge on emotional Senior Night

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Tuesday was an emotional night for McKenna Scheib and the other seniors on the Ankeny volleyball team. It didn't show, though, on the court. The second-ranked Hawkettes rolled to a 25-8, 25-8, 25-10 victory over visiting Fort Dodge on their Senior Night. "It really was emotional because we have become so connected as a team that it's going to be … [Read more...] about Ankeny volleyball team rolls past Fort Dodge on emotional Senior Night

Ankeny phenom Johnson ranked No. 40 softball prospect in Class of 2024

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Ankeny catcher Cassie Johnson emerged as one of the state's best young softball players during the 2020 season. Now, she's been recognized as one of the top players in the country. Johnson, a freshman, was ranked 40th in a top 100 ranking of the nation's best softball prospects in the Class of 2024. "I am so grateful to everyone that has helped me … [Read more...] about Ankeny phenom Johnson ranked No. 40 softball prospect in Class of 2024

Brecht, Hansen named Great American Rivalry Series Scholar Athletes

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Seniors Brody Brecht of Ankeny and Zach Hansen of Ankeny Centennial have been named Great American Rivalry Series Scholar Athletes for 2020. Recipients of the GARS Scholar Athlete Award are chosen annually as part of the Great American Rivalry Series which will be activating the program at its 1,000th Rivalry game this fall. Scholar Athlete Award winners … [Read more...] about Brecht, Hansen named Great American Rivalry Series Scholar Athletes

Jaguars sweep Marshalltown, gear up for showdowns against Ottumwa, Ankeny

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A balanced offensive attack and an effective defense helped the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team to a sweep at Marshalltown on Tuesday. The fifth-ranked Jaguars posted a 25-18, 25-16, 25-13 victory in the CIML Iowa Conference match. They improved to 2-0 in the league and 8-1 overall, while Marshalltown's records fell to 0-1 and 3-5. "It was a great … [Read more...] about Jaguars sweep Marshalltown, gear up for showdowns against Ottumwa, Ankeny

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Caroline Walker, Ankeny girls’ swimming

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Sophomore Caroline Walker is a member of the Ankeny girls' swimming team. She has helped the fifth-ranked Hawkettes to a 3-0 dual record. In Ankeny's last meet on Sept. 15, Walker placed second in the 100 butterfly with a time of 1:04.15, losing to Fort Dodge's Grace Hartley by one-hundredth of a second. Still, she helped the Hawkettes to a 134-47 victory … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Caroline Walker, Ankeny girls’ swimming