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Archives for July 2022

Ankeny’s Jackson commits to play football at Minnesota State-Mankato

July 29, 2022 by Dan Holm

Ankeny defensive end Diego Jackson has verbally committed to play football at Minnesota State-Mankato. Jackson announced his decision via Twitter on Wednesday. "I'm excited to announce my commitment to @MinnStFootball!" Jackson tweeted. The 6-foot-3, 255-pound senior-to-be helped the Hawks to a 10-3 record and a second-place finish in Class 5A last … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Jackson commits to play football at Minnesota State-Mankato

Ankeny’s Fulk named to Class 5A all-state first team by Coaches Association

July 28, 2022 by Dan Holm

Ankeny graduate Eva Fulk is about to begin her collegiate track career at the University of Northern Iowa. Her high school softball career didn't end, however, without one more postseason honor. The senior outfielder has been named to the Class 5A all-state first team by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Five other players from Ankeny and Ankeny … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Fulk named to Class 5A all-state first team by Coaches Association

Iowa defensive back Moss named to Jim Thorpe Award watch list

July 26, 2022 by Dan Holm

Iowa defensive back Riley Moss has been named to the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award watch list. The Thorpe Award is awarded annually to the best defensive back in college football. Moss, a former Ankeny Centennial star, was a first-team All-America selection by Sporting News a season ago and was voted the Tatum-Woodson Big Ten Defensive Back of the Year. He was … [Read more...] about Iowa defensive back Moss named to Jim Thorpe Award watch list

Centennial’s Lacey selected to play in IHSBCA All-Star Series in Mason City

July 26, 2022 by Dan Holm

Ankeny Centennial senior Lincoln Lacey has been selected to play in the 2022 Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association All-Star Series. The games will be played Friday through Sunday at Mason City. Lacey will play for the Large Schools West team coached by Blake Utley of Fort Dodge. Utley will be assisted by Jon Fitzpatrick of Indianola and Trevor … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Lacey selected to play in IHSBCA All-Star Series in Mason City

‘It instantly felt like home’: Lowe commits to play softball at Northern State

July 26, 2022 by Dan Holm

Alysa Lowe's search for a college softball program didn't last long. Ankeny's junior third baseman verbally committed on Monday to play for Northern State, beginning in the fall of 2023. She announced her decision on Twitter. "I had attended a couple softball camps and just started my college search when I came across Northern State," Lowe said later. … [Read more...] about ‘It instantly felt like home’: Lowe commits to play softball at Northern State

Patton, Webb-Tate, Oakie are unanimous picks to Iowa Conference first team

July 25, 2022 by Dan Holm

Ankeny baseball stars Jamison Patton and Tamden Webb-Tate were both unanimous selections to the CIML Iowa Conference first team along with Ankeny Centennial standout Joey Oakie. The all-conference teams, voted on by the league's coaches, were announced on Monday. Three other Jaguars earned first-team honors. They are Nick Severson, Damin Churchman and … [Read more...] about Patton, Webb-Tate, Oakie are unanimous picks to Iowa Conference first team

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Larissa Miller, Ankeny softball

July 23, 2022 by Dan Holm

Junior shortstop Larissa Miller helped the Ankeny softball team to a 27-13 record this season. She was named to the CIML Iowa Conference first team as a utility player. She batted .398 with five RBIs as the Hawkettes' leadoff hitter. She scored 42 runs, stole 34 bases and led the team with 49 singles. Here is some inside info on … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Larissa Miller, Ankeny softball

Ankeny’s Parton, Sondgeroth named to academic all-state team

July 23, 2022 by Dan Holm

Ankeny softball players Mariah Parton and Delaney Sondgeroth have been named to the academic all-state team by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Only 36 players from across the state were selected to the squad. Parton, a senior outfielder, led the Hawkettes to a 27-13 record. She paced the team in several offensive categories, batting .434 with five … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Parton, Sondgeroth named to academic all-state team

Ankeny softball trio, Centennial duo named to all-conference first team

July 22, 2022 by Dan Holm

Three Ankeny softball players and two from Ankeny Centennial have been named to the CIML Iowa Conference first team by a vote of the league's coaches. Senior outfielder Mariah Parton of Ankeny was one of eight unanimous picks to the first team. She led the Hawkettes to a 27-13 record, batting .434 with five triples and 40 RBIs. Parton's teammates, … [Read more...] about Ankeny softball trio, Centennial duo named to all-conference first team

Ankeny’s Fulk earns all-district honors along with Centennial’s Stahr, Starr

July 21, 2022 by Dan Holm

A trio of softball players from Ankeny has earned all-district honors from the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Senior outfielder Eva Fulk of Ankeny was named to the Class 5A West team along with two players from Ankeny Centennial, junior pitcher Jadeyn Stahr and sophomore third baseman Addi Starr. Fulk helped the Hawkettes to a 27-13 record this … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Fulk earns all-district honors along with Centennial’s Stahr, Starr

Five Jaguars, two Hawks, three Eagles earn all-district baseball honors

July 21, 2022 by Dan Holm

Five Ankeny Centennial baseball players have received all-district honors from the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association along with two from Ankeny and three more from Ankeny Christian Academy. The Jaguars placed junior catcher Nick Severson, junior second baseman Damin Churchman, junior third baseman Kyle Miller and sophomore utility player Joey … [Read more...] about Five Jaguars, two Hawks, three Eagles earn all-district baseball honors

Headed to the Bayou: Iowa pitcher Fulk transfers to LSU Eunice

July 20, 2022 by Dan Holm

Weston Fulk committed to play baseball at Iowa prior to his sophomore season at Ankeny High School. After staying committed to the Hawkeyes for three years, Fulk spent only one season in Iowa City before making the decision to leave. The lefthanded pitcher announced on Monday via Twitter that he will transfer to LSU Eunice, the only junior college … [Read more...] about Headed to the Bayou: Iowa pitcher Fulk transfers to LSU Eunice

Q & A with Ankeny Centennial sophomore pitcher Joey Oakie

July 20, 2022 by Dan Holm

Sophomore pitcher Joey Oakie was one of the stars of the Ankeny Centennial baseball team. He posted a 3-3 record with a 1.92 ERA and a team-high 63 strikeouts this season. He also batted .347 with one home run, six doubles and 21 RBIs. Here is a Q & A between Ankeny Fanatic publisher Dan Holm and Oakie, who was planning to attend the Class 4A … [Read more...] about Q & A with Ankeny Centennial sophomore pitcher Joey Oakie

Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 191

July 20, 2022 by Dan Holm

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America, publisher Dan Holm interviews softball standouts Mackenzie James of Ankeny Centennial and Mariah Parton of Ankeny. Coldwell Banker realtor Andy Logan also makes an appearance. … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 191

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Kyle Miller, Ankeny Centennial baseball

July 17, 2022 by Dan Holm

Junior third baseman Kyle Miller helped the fifth-ranked Ankeny Centennial baseball team to a 25-14 record this season. The Jaguars tied for second place in the CIML Iowa Conference with a 16-6 mark. Miller batted .383 with three home runs, seven doubles and 25 RBIs. He had a pair of hits in the Jaguars' 3-2 loss at No. 1 Johnston in a Class 4A substate … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Kyle Miller, Ankeny Centennial baseball

‘I knew it was the best place for me!’: Clark commits to play for Wayne State

July 17, 2022 by Dan Holm

Ankeny Centennial's Makenna Clark has committed to play basketball at Wayne State College, beginning in the fall of 2023. The junior guard made her decision after visiting Wayne State and a few other schools. "The coaching staff was very welcoming, and when I left the visit, I knew it was the best place for me!" Clark said. Clark averaged 6.2 points … [Read more...] about ‘I knew it was the best place for me!’: Clark commits to play for Wayne State

Central Bank Athlete of the Month: Sydney Morris, Centennial junior

July 15, 2022 by Dan Holm

The catcher hits an RBI double in the Jaguars' 9-4 loss to Linn-Mar (Marion) in a Class 5A regional final. … [Read more...] about Central Bank Athlete of the Month: Sydney Morris, Centennial junior

‘We gave it our all’: Jaguars push No. 1 Johnston to the limit in substate final

July 14, 2022 by Dan Holm

The members of the Ankeny Centennial baseball team shared some hugs on the field Wednesday. Even though their season didn't end the way they wanted it to, the Jaguars are still a close-knit group. "I'm so proud of my teammates," said sophomore pitcher Joey Oakie. "I couldn't ask for anyone better to be my teammates. They're my brothers, and since the … [Read more...] about ‘We gave it our all’: Jaguars push No. 1 Johnston to the limit in substate final

Linn-Mar erupts for 7 runs in 6th inning, denies Jaguars another trip to state

July 13, 2022 by Dan Holm

One bad inning proved to be costly for the Ankeny Centennial softball team. Eighth-ranked Linn-Mar (Marion) erupted for seven runs in the sixth inning to defeat the No. 5 Jaguars, 9-4, in a Class 5A regional final on Tuesday at Centennial. "We knew Linn-Mar was going to be a good team," said Centennial coach Brett Delaney. "They came out and swung the … [Read more...] about Linn-Mar erupts for 7 runs in 6th inning, denies Jaguars another trip to state

‘The season ended too soon’: Hawkettes fall short in regional final at S.E. Polk

July 13, 2022 by Dan Holm

Ankeny softball coach Dave Bingham didn't want the season to end. He really wanted to coach the seniors on this year's squad for another week. The 11th-ranked Hawkettes fell one win short of a trip to the Class 5A state tournament. They dropped a 4-3 decision at No. 7 Southeast Polk in a regional final on Tuesday. "We're definitely heartbroken … [Read more...] about ‘The season ended too soon’: Hawkettes fall short in regional final at S.E. Polk

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