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Archives for September 2020

Centennial shows signs of improvement, but drops 24-7 decision to Waukee

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The Ankeny Centennial offense looked like it might have found something early Friday night. The unit, which hadn't scored previously this season, started the game with back-to-back big gains from Trey Porter to secure a first down on the Waukee 24-yard line. The Jaguars would get to the 13-yard line, but a missed field goal left the large zero … [Read more...] about Centennial shows signs of improvement, but drops 24-7 decision to Waukee

With a ‘chip on our shoulder’, Hawks shut down Fort Dodge in the rain

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On a rainy night at Dodger Stadium, the Ankeny football team rediscovered its mojo. One week after suffering a heartbreaking loss at Waukee, the sixth-ranked Hawks overcame the wet conditions on Friday to post a 52-18 victory over No. 10 Fort Dodge, dominating the game on both sides of the ball. "We definitely came out with a little bit of a chip on … [Read more...] about With a ‘chip on our shoulder’, Hawks shut down Fort Dodge in the rain

Ankeny golfers to play in Willow Creek district, while Jaguars return to Sioux City

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The Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' golfers have been anxiously awaiting the announcement of the Class 4A district assignments by the Iowa High School Athletic Association. The wait ended on Friday morning for both squads. Ankeny has been assigned to the Willow Creek district that will be hosted by Valley. Centennial, meanwhile, will travel to Sioux … [Read more...] about Ankeny golfers to play in Willow Creek district, while Jaguars return to Sioux City

Jaguars, Vicker race past Johnston, Yual to win Bobcat Invitational crowns

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Thursday's Bobcat Invitational at Marshalltown Community College provided a huge challenge for the Ankeny Centennial boys' cross country team. The Jaguars passed with flying colors. After moving up to 11th in the latest Class 4A rankings, Centennial posted its second victory in two weeks by winning the nine-team Red Division with 40 points. The Jaguars … [Read more...] about Jaguars, Vicker race past Johnston, Yual to win Bobcat Invitational crowns

Ankeny’s McMahon wins again, while Jaguars place 3rd at Bobcat Invitational

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The wet conditions didn't slow down the Ankeny Centennial girls' cross country team on Thursday. They didn't seem to bother Ankeny runner Lauren McMahon, either. McMahon raced to her second straight victory to lead the Hawkettes to a seventh-place finish in the Red Division of the Bobcat Invitational on Thursday at Marshalltown, while Centennial relied … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s McMahon wins again, while Jaguars place 3rd at Bobcat Invitational

Hawkettes top Johnston, but ‘still need to work on certain parts of the game’

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The Ankeny volleyball team was pushed to a fourth set Tuesday in a match at Johnston. The eighth-ranked Hawkettes dropped the third set before posting a 25-22, 25-15, 21-25, 25-16 victory. They raised their record to 6-2 on the season, while the Dragons fell to 1-2. "It was a tough match," said Ankeny coach Dave Whims. "We played sluggish, and they … [Read more...] about Hawkettes top Johnston, but ‘still need to work on certain parts of the game’

Hawks edge Marshalltown by a stroke to win rain-shortened Ankeny Invite

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The Ankeny boys' golf team was looking to win its second 18-hole tournament of the season on Wednesday. Instead, the Hawks settled for a victory in a nine-hole meet on their home course. Ankeny won the Ankeny Invitational at Otter Creek Golf Course for the first time since 2011 by shooting a 159 total, edging Marshalltown by one stroke. The meet was … [Read more...] about Hawks edge Marshalltown by a stroke to win rain-shortened Ankeny Invite

‘This team is fun’: No. 4 Jaguars sweep past Urbandale to remain unbeaten

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A week off didn't seem to hurt the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team. Playing for the first time since Aug. 29, the fourth-ranked Jaguars remained unbeaten with a 26-24, 25-19, 25-19 victory over No. 10 Urbandale on Tuesday at Centennial. Centennial improved to 5-0 on the season. All five of its wins came against ranked opponents. Urbandale dropped … [Read more...] about ‘This team is fun’: No. 4 Jaguars sweep past Urbandale to remain unbeaten

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Sydney Lee, Ankeny Centennial volleyball

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Senior defensive specialist Sydney Lee is a member of the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team. She has helped the Jaguars to a 5-0 record and a No. 4 ranking in Class 5A. Lee has completed all four of her serves with one ace in two matches this season. "She's athletic and has great touch," said Centennial coach Jessica Rinehart. "She came in our Dowling … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Sydney Lee, Ankeny Centennial volleyball

Hawkettes experiment with their lineup during lopsided victory at Ottumwa

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Ankeny girls' swimming coach Michelle Stout is still trying to find her best lineup. Tuesday's dual meet at Ottumwa gave Stout an opportunity to experiment a little bit. The fourth-ranked Hawkettes won every event while mixing up their lineup and rolled to a 137-28 victory at The Beach. They are now 2-0 on the year. "In this early stage of the … [Read more...] about Hawkettes experiment with their lineup during lopsided victory at Ottumwa

After breakout season, Centennial’s Schulz commits to play for Minnesota St.

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Ankeny Centennial catcher Ella Schulz enjoyed a breakout season in 2020. Her success on the softball field has resulted in an opportunity to play at the collegiate level. Schulz has verbally committed to Minnesota State, an NCAA Division II program. She announced her decision via Twitter over the weekend. "I'm so excited to announce my commitment to … [Read more...] about After breakout season, Centennial’s Schulz commits to play for Minnesota St.

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Maddie Carleton, Ankeny girls’ swimming

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Junior Maddie Carleton helped the Ankeny girls' swimming team to a 102-84 victory over Johnston in a dual meet on Tuesday at Summit Middle School. She won the 500 freestyle in a time of 5:20.38 and placed second in the 200 freestyle in 2:00.40. As a sophomore, Carleton helped the Hawkettes to a third-place finish at the state meet. She placed sixth in the … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Maddie Carleton, Ankeny girls’ swimming

Hawkettes sweep No. 1 Valley, No. 7 Waukee to finish 2-1 at round-robin event

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Ankeny volleyball coach Dave Whims wasn't concerned about wins and losses heading into Saturday's quadrangular tournament at Valley. Apparently, his players were. After losing a three-set match to fifth-ranked Dowling Catholic, the No. 8 Hawkettes bounced back with a pair of impressive victories. They swept both No. 1 Valley and No. 7 Waukee to raise … [Read more...] about Hawkettes sweep No. 1 Valley, No. 7 Waukee to finish 2-1 at round-robin event

No. 4 S.E. Polk gets off to fast start, romps to 29-0 win over Jaguars

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The Ankeny Centennial football team was looking to bounce back from a season-opening loss to second-ranked Ankeny. A trip to Pleasant Hill to face No. 4 Southeast Polk on Friday wasn't what the Jaguars needed. Titus Christensen rushed for 164 yards and three touchdowns as the Rams rolled to a 29-0 victory in their home opener. They improved to 2-0 on … [Read more...] about No. 4 S.E. Polk gets off to fast start, romps to 29-0 win over Jaguars

Waukee drives 91 yards for go-ahead TD, posts 21-17 victory over Ankeny

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(Story by David Klockenga) The 10th-ranked Waukee football team scored two fourth-quarter touchdowns and rallied for a 21-17 victory over No. 2 Ankeny on Friday at Waukee Stadium. Ankeny had built a 17-7 lead with two third-quarter touchdowns, but the Hawks could not stop Waukee on its last two drives, giving up the go-ahead score with 7.6 seconds … [Read more...] about Waukee drives 91 yards for go-ahead TD, posts 21-17 victory over Ankeny

Vicker, Jaguars race to easy victories in season opener on DMACC course

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' cross country team was 15th in the Class 4A preseason rankings. The Jaguars may have been underrated by the Iowa Association of Track Coaches. Centennial opened its season on Thursday with an impressive victory over four other teams at DMACC. The meet was part of the Kirk Schmaltz Invitational that was hosted by Ames. The … [Read more...] about Vicker, Jaguars race to easy victories in season opener on DMACC course

‘She’s transformed a little bit’: Former thrower wins her first cross country race

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Ankeny senior Lauren McMahon surprised herself on Thursday at the DMACC cross country course. She surprised her opponents, too. McMahon cruised to an easy victory in her first varsity race, posting a time of 18 minutes 32 seconds on the 5K course. She finished 23 seconds ahead of Valley's Lauren Schulze. "I had no idea what to expect honestly," said … [Read more...] about ‘She’s transformed a little bit’: Former thrower wins her first cross country race

Jaguars shoot their highest score of the season at Ames Quadrangular

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A windy day led to some high scores on Thursday in the Ames Quadrangular at Veenker Golf Course. The Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team placed second in the four-team field with a 329, the Jaguars' highest score of the season. Ames won the meet with a 323. "The wind was up a bit, but the boys didn’t play to the ability I know they could have," said … [Read more...] about Jaguars shoot their highest score of the season at Ames Quadrangular