Centennial’s Kolln, Rawlings to continue baseball careers at junior college level

Ankeny Centennial’s Tripp Rawlings throws a pitch during the Jaguars’ 8-3 victory over visiting Norwalk last season. Rawlings has committed to play for Ellsworth Community College next year. (Photo courtesy of Jerrad Downer)

Ankeny Centennial seniors Leyton Kolln and Tripp Rawlings will continue their baseball careers at the junior college level.

Kolln recently committed to play for Northeast Community College in Norfolk, Neb. Rawlings has committed to Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls.

The duo helped Centennial to the best season in school history in 2023. The Jaguars posted a 30-8 mark to set a school record for victories.

Beyond excited to announce my commitment to Northeast CC. Thank you to Coach Clapp for giving me this opportunity. I’d like to thank my teammates, coaches, and my family for helping me become the player I am today . With that being said Go Hawks🦅!!! pic.twitter.com/eRKUWtXFx1
— Leyton Kolln (@kolln_leyton) October 24, 2023

Kolln played in six games and started three times as the backup to all-state catcher Nick Severson. He batted .375 with two triples, a double and five RBIs.

Rawlings, a pitcher, made three appearances on the mound. He posted a 1-0 record with a 0.00 ERA.

Rawlings pitched five innings, allowing no runs on just three hits. He walked none and had four strikeouts.

Committed! pic.twitter.com/pQniTFrpEl
— tripp rawlings (@tripp_rawlings) November 2, 2023