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Archives for October 2023

Rematch Friday: Hawks to host Johnston, while Jaguars travel to Waukee NW

October 21, 2023 by Dan Holm

The pairings are set for the Class 5A football playoffs. Both Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial are slated to face familiar opponents. The seventh-ranked Hawks (6-3) will host No. 10 Johnston (5-4) on Friday at 7 p.m. It's a rematch of a game from Sept. 15 that Ankeny won, 16-10. The two teams also met in last year's playoffs. The Dragons posted a 23-13 … [Read more...] about Rematch Friday: Hawks to host Johnston, while Jaguars travel to Waukee NW

‘We executed on all levels’: Jaguars thump Urbandale, earn trip to playoffs

October 21, 2023 by Dan Holm

The Class 5A playoffs have already started for the Ankeny Centennial football team. In a do-or-die game between two opponents with identical 4-4 records, the 14th-ranked Jaguars punched their ticket to the postseason with a convincing 41-3 victory at No. 19 Urbandale on Friday. "It feels really good," said Centennial tight end Chase Schutty. "We needed … [Read more...] about ‘We executed on all levels’: Jaguars thump Urbandale, earn trip to playoffs

Hawks roll into playoffs with 49-19 win over C.R. Washington, improve to 6-3

October 21, 2023 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny football team took care of business on Friday. The eighth-ranked Hawks not only rolled to a 49-19 victory over visiting Cedar Rapids Washington in their regular-season finale, but they jumped out to a big early lead that allowed coach Jeff Bauer to rest some of his starters for the Class 5A playoffs. "It was good to let some of the … [Read more...] about Hawks roll into playoffs with 49-19 win over C.R. Washington, improve to 6-3

‘I have heard only great things’: Ankeny’s Hensen to play golf at Iowa State

October 20, 2023 by Dan Holm

Ankeny golfer Drew Hensen could have elected to play in college for a school in a warmer climate. Instead, he decided to stay close to home. Hensen has verbally committed to play for Iowa State. He announced his decision via social media on Friday. "Excited to announce that I have committed to continue my golf and academic career at Iowa State … [Read more...] about ‘I have heard only great things’: Ankeny’s Hensen to play golf at Iowa State

Hawkettes roll past Urbandale, will play Iowa City Liberty for trip to state tourney

October 20, 2023 by Dan Holm

The beat goes on for the Ankeny volleyball team. Another injury struck the seventh-ranked Hawkettes, and the players responded with a shrug of their shoulders. With starting middle hitter Ava Wille out of the lineup due to a knee injury, Ankeny rolled to a 25-18, 25-11, 25-9 victory over visiting Urbandale in a Class 5A regional semifinal on … [Read more...] about Hawkettes roll past Urbandale, will play Iowa City Liberty for trip to state tourney

‘The energy is just crazy all around’: Jaguars sweep past Iowa City West

October 20, 2023 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny Centennial volleyball team has been trying to find some additional offensive weapons to take the pressure off leading hitters Delaney Miller and Jaeden Pratt. The second-ranked Jaguars may have found some answers. Gabby Mixdorf had six kills and Ava Kronenberg added five more to help second-ranked Centennial to a 25-14, 25-15, 25-7 victory … [Read more...] about ‘The energy is just crazy all around’: Jaguars sweep past Iowa City West

Ankeny Fanatic Rodcast: Episode 13

October 20, 2023 by Dan Holm

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic Rodcast, Rod Brannan of Shelter Insurance breaks down the latest hot topics in the world of sports with Ankeny Fanatic publisher Dan Holm and sports fan extraordinaire Tony Rhoads. … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Rodcast: Episode 13

‘We are peaking at the right time’: Hawks claim district crown, but aren’t satisfied

October 19, 2023 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny boys' cross country team showed on Wednesday that it's a threat to win the Class 4A state championship. On Oct. 27 at Lakeside Golf Course in Fort Dodge, the Hawks will have a chance to prove that they're the state's best team.Fourth-ranked Ankeny easily captured a district title at the Iowa State cross country course in Ames. While scoring 26 … [Read more...] about ‘We are peaking at the right time’: Hawks claim district crown, but aren’t satisfied

‘I’m pretty speechless’: Dominant Jags, Mohrhauser cruise to regional titles

October 19, 2023 by Dan Holm

It was one of the most dominating performances ever by the Ankeny Centennial girls' cross country team. The seventh-ranked Jaguars cruised to a Class 4A regional title on Wednesday at the Ashton cross country course in Iowa City. They scored 23 points and advanced to the state meet for the 10th time in the 11-year history of the program. "I'm pretty … [Read more...] about ‘I’m pretty speechless’: Dominant Jags, Mohrhauser cruise to regional titles

Hawkettes continue to have fun, qualify for state for 4th consecutive year

October 19, 2023 by Dan Holm

Ankeny girls' cross country coach Quinn Groff has put a lot of emphasis on having fun during his first season with the Hawkettes' program. The Ankeny runners certainly enjoyed Wednesday's Class 4A regional meet at the Iowa State cross country course in Ames. The eighth-ranked Hawkettes advanced to the state meet for the fourth consecutive year by … [Read more...] about Hawkettes continue to have fun, qualify for state for 4th consecutive year

No. 1 Eagles sweep past Twin Cedars, will host Mormon Trail in regional semifinal

October 19, 2023 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny Christian Academy volleyball team is on a mission to defend its Class 1A state title. The top-ranked Eagles took their first step toward reaching their goal with a 25-10, 25-6, 25-11 victory over visiting Twin Cedars in a regional quarterfinal on Wednesday. It was the 24th straight win for ACA, which raised its record to 34-3. The Sabers … [Read more...] about No. 1 Eagles sweep past Twin Cedars, will host Mormon Trail in regional semifinal

‘It was a really fun night’: Jaguars place 2nd at district meet, earn 4th trip to state

October 19, 2023 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny Centennial boys' cross country team is headed to the state meet for the third time in four years and the fourth time in school history. The 12th-ranked Jaguars placed second in a Class 4A district meet on Wednesday at the Ashton cross country course in Iowa City. They finished with 60 points. "We are looking forward to next Friday," said … [Read more...] about ‘It was a really fun night’: Jaguars place 2nd at district meet, earn 4th trip to state

Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 236

October 19, 2023 by Dan Holm

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the start of the volleyball postseason with junior outside hitter Delaney Miller of Ankeny Centennial and junior libero Baileigh Carlsen of Ankeny. … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 236

Centennial’s Porter commits to Northern Illinois, will reunite with his brother Trey

October 18, 2023 by Dan Holm

Ankeny Centennial running back Elijah Porter can change directions quickly on the football field. Now, Porter has changed directions off the field as well. The senior has verbally committed to play for Northern Illinois next year. He had previously committed to Northern Iowa in early August. Porter announced his decision via social media on … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Porter commits to Northern Illinois, will reunite with his brother Trey

Revive Clinic and Spa Preps of the Week: Brendan Owens and Abel Squires

October 16, 2023 by Dan Holm

Seniors Brendan Owens of Ankeny Centennial and Abel Squires of Ankeny are both key members of their respective boys' cross country squads. Squires placed 50th with a time of 17 minutes 1 second in the CIML Conference meet on Wednesday at DMACC. He helped the fourth-ranked Hawks to a two-point victory over No. 1 Dowling Catholic to capture the league … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Preps of the Week: Brendan Owens and Abel Squires

Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 235

October 16, 2023 by Dan Holm

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America, publisher Dan Holm interviews Ankeny boys' cross country coach Jon Lindaman and the state's top-ranked runner, Ethan Zuber, about the Hawks' victory at the CIML Conference meet and previews the final two weeks of the season. … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 235

Ankeny golf programs receive $2,500 from Toni Dickey Memorial Tournament

October 15, 2023 by Dan Holm

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‘We had some costly mistakes’: Ankeny falls at Valley on last-second field goal

October 14, 2023 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny football team's four-game winning streak came to an end in stunning fashion on Friday night. A desperate Valley squad scored 10 points in the final 6 minutes 41 seconds and got a 31-yard field goal from Rico Alvarenga-Servellon as time expired to beat visiting Ankeny, 24-23, and keep its playoff hopes alive. "We did a lot of good things … [Read more...] about ‘We had some costly mistakes’: Ankeny falls at Valley on last-second field goal

Wolves top Centennial on rainy night in battle for Class 5A playoff positioning

October 14, 2023 by Dan Holm

(Story by Gabe Ploeger) The Ankeny Centennial football team just couldn’t seem to find a rhythm Friday against visiting Waukee Northwest. It resulted in a 17-7 loss for the 10th-ranked Jaguars, whose record dropped to 4-4 on the season. No. 7 Northwest (6-2) likely improved its playoff positioning behind quarterback Sam Johnson, who rushed for 147 … [Read more...] about Wolves top Centennial on rainy night in battle for Class 5A playoff positioning

Ankeny swimmers drop 123-63 decision at No. 3 Ames, finish dual season at 6-5

October 14, 2023 by Dan Holm

Even though Ames has left the Central Iowa Metropolitan League for the less competitive Alliance Conference, the Little Cyclones still boast one of the state's best girls' swimming programs. Third-ranked Ames, which won nine state titles in a span of 11 years before Waukee won the last two crowns, posted a 123-63 victory over No. 5 Ankeny in a … [Read more...] about Ankeny swimmers drop 123-63 decision at No. 3 Ames, finish dual season at 6-5

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