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
Archives for September 2020
Ankeny’s Overturf verbally commits to play softball at Grand View
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
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
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
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