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Ankeny pitcher Dunwoody commits to play for Simpson College

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Ankeny pitcher Easton Dunwoody has committed to play baseball for Simpson College next year. Dunwoody said he picked the Storm over a few other schools. "I looked at Grand View, Buena Vista and Northwestern--NAIA schools mainly--but was mostly talking to Grand View and Simpson," said Dunwoody. "With Simpson, I just felt a sort of at home feeling and … [Read more...] about Ankeny pitcher Dunwoody commits to play for Simpson College

‘When I went to Kearney, it felt like home’: Stephens to play volleyball for Lopers

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It took awhile, but Lexi Stephens finally found the college that was the right fit for her. Ankeny's senior libero has signed a letter of intent to play volleyball next year at Nebraska-Kearney, an NCAA Division II program. "When I went to Kearney and met the team, it felt like home," said Stephens. "They welcomed me and made me feel extremely … [Read more...] about ‘When I went to Kearney, it felt like home’: Stephens to play volleyball for Lopers

No. 3 Johnston boys erupt for 58 points in 2nd half to thwart Jaguars’ upset bid

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A 92-71 loss at Johnston on Tuesday night left Ankeny Centennial boys' basketball coach Bob Fontana shaking his head. "I've coached a long time," Fontana said. "We had four guys in double figures and a fifth with nine points, we make more free throws than they attempt, we hit 10 3-pointers, and we get beat by 21 (points)." Third-ranked Johnston (4-1), … [Read more...] about No. 3 Johnston boys erupt for 58 points in 2nd half to thwart Jaguars’ upset bid

Ankeny bowling teams fall to Fort Dodge, won’t compete again until Jan. 10

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The Ankeny bowling teams traveled to Fort Dodge on Tuesday for their CIML Iowa Conference opener at the Family Bowling Center. The host Dodgers came away with a sweep, winning the boys' meet by a score of 2,889 to 2,404 and the girls' meet by a score of 2,516 to 1,424. The Hawks are now 1-3 on the season, while the Hawkettes dropped to 0-4. Both Fort … [Read more...] about Ankeny bowling teams fall to Fort Dodge, won’t compete again until Jan. 10

BALANCED ATTACK: 5 Ankeny players score in double figures in win over Rails

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There was no letdown for the Ankeny boys' basketball team following an emotional victory on Monday. The Hawks had five players in double figures and defeated visiting Des Moines Lincoln, 79-56, in a non-conference game on Tuesday. They improved to 4-1 on the season with their fourth straight win, while the Railsplitters dropped to 2-3. "I was proud of … [Read more...] about BALANCED ATTACK: 5 Ankeny players score in double figures in win over Rails

‘We were right there with them’: Jaguars falter in final 2 minutes at No. 1 Johnston

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For nearly 30 minutes, the Ankeny Centennial girls' basketball team went toe-to-toe with the state's No. 1 squad. It was the final 120 seconds, though, that proved to be a different story. Johnston used a late 10-0 run to defeat the No. 5 Jaguars, 48-39, in a non-conference game on Tuesday at the Dragons' gym. "I thought we competed really hard, and … [Read more...] about ‘We were right there with them’: Jaguars falter in final 2 minutes at No. 1 Johnston

Hawkettes romp past Lincoln for most lopsided victory ever under McAnelly

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It's been a season of milestones thus far for the Ankeny girls' basketball team. On Dec. 7, the Hawkettes defeated then-No. 6 Valley to knock off their highest-ranked opponent under coach Dru McAnelly. Then, on Friday, Ankeny rolled to an 87-29 victory over Marshalltown. The 58-point margin matched the team's largest ever under McAnelly. Following a … [Read more...] about Hawkettes romp past Lincoln for most lopsided victory ever under McAnelly

Hawks shut down former teammate Drea, Indianola for 72-60 road victory

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Indianola guard Brayden Drea was excited to play against his former teammates on Monday night. The Ankeny boys' basketball players relished that same opportunity. Lio Aguirre scored 20 points, Carson Johnson added 19, and the Hawks led from start to finish in a 72-60 victory at Indianola in a non-conference game. "It was fun," said Ankeny guard Ryan … [Read more...] about Hawks shut down former teammate Drea, Indianola for 72-60 road victory

‘It was too big of a difference’: Slow start dooms Hawkettes in loss at Indianola

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The Ankeny girls' basketball team was coming off one of the best shooting displays in school history. The Hawkettes were unable to duplicate that performance on Monday. Ankeny shot just 34.6 percent from the field (18-of-52) and suffered a 54-47 loss at Indianola, the No. 5 team in Class 4A. The non-conference defeat snapped a four-game winning streak … [Read more...] about ‘It was too big of a difference’: Slow start dooms Hawkettes in loss at Indianola

A TWO-WAY STREET: Centennial senior to play basketball, soccer at Simpson

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Ankeny Centennial senior Elle Street wanted to play basketball in college. She also wanted to play soccer. Luckily for her, she didn't have to make a choice. Street has verbally committed to play both sports for Simpson College next year. She announced her decision via Twitter on Monday. "I mainly kept my options open so I was looking at just … [Read more...] about A TWO-WAY STREET: Centennial senior to play basketball, soccer at Simpson

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Drew Dunn, Ankeny Centennial wrestling

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Senior Drew Dunn is one of six returning state qualifiers for the Ankeny Centennial wrestling team. He posted a 20-17 record last year at 132 pounds. Dunn, who was 10th at 145 in the Class 3A preseason rankings by IAWrestle.com, has helped his team to a 5-0 dual mark this season. The Jaguars won the Centennial Duals on Saturday for the fifth straight … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Drew Dunn, Ankeny Centennial wrestling

Anderson, Hansen claim titles, lead Hawk wrestlers to runner-up finish at Johnston

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Trever Anderson and Ben Hansen each won an individual title to lead the Ankeny wrestling team to a runner-up finish in the Frank Baltzley Invitational on Saturday at Johnston. JJ Maihan and Will Hinrichs each placed second at their respective weights for the seventh-ranked Hawks, who racked up 195 points to finish 10.5 points ahead of third-place … [Read more...] about Anderson, Hansen claim titles, lead Hawk wrestlers to runner-up finish at Johnston

BOUND FOR COLUMBUS: Robinson helps Badgers reach 3rd straight Final 4

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Devyn Robinson and the Wisconsin volleyball team are headed back to the Final Four. Again. Robinson had 11 kills and six blocks as the fourth-seeded Badgers swept Big Ten conference rival Minnesota in the Madison regional final on Saturday at UW Field House. The former Ankeny Centennial star was named to the all-region team. "I just went out there … [Read more...] about BOUND FOR COLUMBUS: Robinson helps Badgers reach 3rd straight Final 4

Jaguars roll past Osky, ADM, Carlisle to win 5th straight Centennial Duals title

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The Ankeny Centennial Duals was reduced to a quadrangular wrestling tournament on Saturday due to the absence of a couple of teams. The host Jaguars still won the event for the fifth straight year. Centennial easily defeated all three of its opponents to raise its overall record to 5-0. The Jaguars rolled to a 65-9 victory over Oskaloosa, followed with … [Read more...] about Jaguars roll past Osky, ADM, Carlisle to win 5th straight Centennial Duals title

Hawks jump out to big lead, then hold off Marshalltown’s rallies for 65-53 victory

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When the Ankeny boys' basketball team jumped out to a 17-1 lead against visiting Marshalltown on Friday, it appeared that the game would be a rout. But the Bobcats didn't go down without a fight. Marshalltown closed the gap to just three points on three different occasions before the Hawks pulled away for a 65-53 victory in the CIML Iowa Conference … [Read more...] about Hawks jump out to big lead, then hold off Marshalltown’s rallies for 65-53 victory

Ankeny kicker/punter Pelham to join Kadolph at Minnesota State-Mankato

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The Minnesota State-Mankato football team has landed a second recruit from Ankeny High School. Senior place-kicker and punter Max Pelham verbally committed to the Mavericks on Friday. He joins his teammate Colin Kadolph, a running back who committed to Mankato earlier this fall. "I looked at about seven to eight schools seriously, but I didn't think … [Read more...] about Ankeny kicker/punter Pelham to join Kadolph at Minnesota State-Mankato

Hawkettes scorch the nets, make 13 treys in blowout victory over Marshalltown

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There were a lot of open shots for the Ankeny girls' basketball team during Friday's game against visiting Marshalltown. The Hawkettes didn't miss many of them. Ankeny jumped out to a 34-7 lead in the first quarter, extended the advantage to 66-16 at halftime and cruised to an 87-29 victory over the Bobcats. It was the fourth straight win for the … [Read more...] about Hawkettes scorch the nets, make 13 treys in blowout victory over Marshalltown

SENIOR NIGHT SUCCESS: Hawk matmen finish strong to defeat Fort Dodge, 42-30

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The Ankeny wrestling team honored its seniors on Thursday night, including Trever Anderson, who was also recognized for earning his 100th career victory last weekend. The seventh-ranked Hawks opened their CIML Iowa Conference dual-meet schedule with a 42-30 triumph over visiting Fort Dodge. They improved their record to 2-0 on the season. "Overall, our … [Read more...] about SENIOR NIGHT SUCCESS: Hawk matmen finish strong to defeat Fort Dodge, 42-30