(Story by Stephen McDaniel) Whether it's the Hawkettes or the Eagles, there’s plenty of new faces stepping up into larger roles as both volleyball teams look to reload their respective rosters. Ankeny and Ankeny Christian Academy are both trying to fill the gaps left by big senior classes, and Ankeny’s Tuesday quadrangular featuring ACA, Dike-New … [Read more...] about Hawkettes top 3 foes at Ankeny Quad, while ACA looks to regroup after 0-3 start
All-staters Clark, Larmie, Whitinger give Ankeny football team strong nucleus
Despite some heavy losses to graduation, the Ankeny football team isn't starting over from scratch. The Hawks return several key players from a team that posted a 6-5 record and reached the Class 5A quarterfinals, including a trio of all-staters. "This might be the best looking team I've had getting off the bus, but we've got a lot of guys who haven't … [Read more...] about All-staters Clark, Larmie, Whitinger give Ankeny football team strong nucleus
‘We’re excited for this season’: Jaguars to open up against 4-time defending champ
Most football coaches would prefer to play an overmatched opponent in the season opener just to give their younger players an opportunity to gain some experience. Ankeny Centennial co-head coach Ryan Pezzetti won't have that luxury. The Jaguars will kick off the 2025 season on Friday with a game at Southeast Polk, the four-time defending Class 5A state … [Read more...] about ‘We’re excited for this season’: Jaguars to open up against 4-time defending champ
Miller, Logan sweep individual honors at Copper Creek, but Jags fall to NW, Rams
Although the Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team swept the top two individual places in a CIML Conference triangular meet on Tuesday at Copper Creek, the Jaguars were unable to pull out a victory against either Waukee Northwest or host Southeast Polk. The Wolves posted a score of 303 to defeat both of their conference rivals. Centennial and Southeast Polk … [Read more...] about Miller, Logan sweep individual honors at Copper Creek, but Jags fall to NW, Rams
Valley girls defeat Centennial to remain perfect in CIML Conference play
The Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team has played a gauntlet of tough opponents in the CIML Conference this season. On Tuesday, the Jaguars played the best of them all. Centennial traveled to Valley to face the undefeated Tigers and dropped an 11-0 decision. Valley swept all 11 of the matches in straight sets. The Tigers improved to 5-0 in the … [Read more...] about Valley girls defeat Centennial to remain perfect in CIML Conference play
Jaguars stay connected, outlast Indianola girls in 4 sets to win their season opener
A year ago, the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team opened its season by rallying for a dramatic five-set victory at Indianola. Monday's season opener against the Indians wasn't as much of a nailbiter, but the fourth-ranked Jaguars still had to survive some tense moments on their home court. Centennial bounced back from a loss in Set 2 to post a 25-17, … [Read more...] about Jaguars stay connected, outlast Indianola girls in 4 sets to win their season opener
‘I think we will surprise a lot of people’: Hawks boast high hopes despite losses
Ankeny boys' cross country coach Jon Lindaman has been in this situation before. Lindaman will have to replace two-time Class 4A state champion Ethan Zuber, who is now competing for Missouri. Zuber led the Hawks to an eighth-place finish a year ago after helping them to back-to-back third-place finishes in 2022-23. It won't be easy, but at least … [Read more...] about ‘I think we will surprise a lot of people’: Hawks boast high hopes despite losses
‘This team will be solid’: Centennial boys’ squad boasts 4 returning varsity regulars
After just missing last year's state meet, the Ankeny Centennial boys' cross country team will be looking to return to Fort Dodge in 2025. The Jaguars are seeking their fifth trip to the state meet in school history. They previously qualified in 2015, 2020, 2021 and 2023. Centennial placed ninth in Class 4A in 2020, its highest finish ever. That … [Read more...] about ‘This team will be solid’: Centennial boys’ squad boasts 4 returning varsity regulars
Jaguars look to reload with 3 returning state qualifiers, talented freshman class
In the past, Ankeny Centennial girls' cross country coach Eric Cogdill has always been able to reload--rather than rebuild--his squad. The Jaguars have qualified for the state meet 11 times in the 12-year history of the program. The only year that Cogdill's team failed to make it to Fort Dodge was 2019. Now, Cogdill faces the challenge of replacing … [Read more...] about Jaguars look to reload with 3 returning state qualifiers, talented freshman class
‘You go, I go’: Hawkettes hope to continue recent success by stressing teamwork
The Ankeny girls' cross country team has been remarkably consistent over the last few years. The Hawkettes placed seventh in last year's Class 4A state meet with 195 points. It was the team's third straight seventh-place finish after placing sixth in 2021, which was the program's highest finish since taking fifth in 1988. However, Ankeny coach TJ … [Read more...] about ‘You go, I go’: Hawkettes hope to continue recent success by stressing teamwork
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Daniel Larmie, Ankeny football
Senior running back Daniel Larmie is one of three returning all-state players for the Ankeny football team. He helped the Hawks to a 6-5 record and a trip to the Class 5A quarterfinals last season. Larmie rushed for 1,208 yards and 11 touchdowns on 186 carries while also catching 11 passes for 56 yards as a junior. He was named to the Class 5A second team … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Daniel Larmie, Ankeny football
‘I see great things to come’: Hawkettes to rebuild around Ellison, Risk, Steinkamp
The Ankeny volleyball team has been a perennial contender in Class 5A. The Hawkettes advanced to the state tournament last season for the seventh consecutive year. They lost in the quarterfinals to CIML Conference rival Waukee Northwest, which then outlasted Ankeny Centennial in the semifinals before falling to Pleasant Valley in four sets in the Class 5A … [Read more...] about ‘I see great things to come’: Hawkettes to rebuild around Ellison, Risk, Steinkamp
Ankeny girls top S.E. Polk for their first victory, finish 1-2 at Hawkette Invite
After dropping an 11-0 decision to visiting Johnston in a CIML Conference meet on Thursday, the Ankeny girls' tennis team went 1-2 in its Hawkette Invitational on Friday at the Prairie Ridge courts. The Hawkettes earned their first win of the season with an 8-3 victory over Southeast Polk. They won four of the six singles matches, then captured four of … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls top S.E. Polk for their first victory, finish 1-2 at Hawkette Invite
‘I’m proud of how everyone stepped up’: Depleted Jaguars fall at Waukee, 10-1
The Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team ended a tough stretch of three meets in four days with back-to-back losses on the road against quality opponents from the CIML Conference. The Jaguars dropped an 11-0 decision at Dowling Catholic on Thursday before falling at Waukee, 10-1, on Friday. They are now 1-4 in the conference and 3-5 overall. Centennial … [Read more...] about ‘I’m proud of how everyone stepped up’: Depleted Jaguars fall at Waukee, 10-1
Deep, talented Centennial volleyball team looks to get over Class 5A semifinal hump
A year ago, the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team posted an undefeated 8-0 record to win the title in the CIML Conference--arguably the best league from top to bottom in the state. It was an amazing accomplishment for the Jaguars, but unfortunately they fell short of their ultimate goal. They finished with a 32-5 overall mark after losing in the Class 5A … [Read more...] about Deep, talented Centennial volleyball team looks to get over Class 5A semifinal hump
Jaguars are No. 4, Hawkettes No. 9 in Class 5A preseason volleyball rankings
Both Ankeny Centennial and Ankeny are ranked in the top 10 of the Class 5A preseason volleyball rankings from the Iowa Girls' High School Athletic Union. The Jaguars, who will host Indianola in their season opener on Monday, are ranked fourth. The Hawkettes, who will kick off the season by hosting the Ankeny Quadrangular on Tuesday, are ninth. Here is … [Read more...] about Jaguars are No. 4, Hawkettes No. 9 in Class 5A preseason volleyball rankings
Valley shoots 286 to beat Centennial, AHS golfers in triangular meet at Willow Creek
The Valley boys' golf team capitalized on a home-course advantage to win a CIML Conference triangular meet against Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial on Wednesday at Willow Creek. The Tigers posted a 286 total, while Centennial shot a 298 and earned a win over Ankeny, which finished with a score of 312. The Jaguars are now 1-3 in the conference, and the Hawks … [Read more...] about Valley shoots 286 to beat Centennial, AHS golfers in triangular meet at Willow Creek
Peterson wins both of her matches, but Jaguars drop 8-3 decision to Urbandale
Despite a pair of wins from Samara Peterson, the Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team dropped an 8-3 decision to visiting Urbandale in a CIML Conference meet on Tuesday. The J-Hawks won four of the six singles matches and four of the five doubles matches. They improved to 2-2 in the conference and 5-2 overall, while Centennial's records dropped to 1-2 and … [Read more...] about Peterson wins both of her matches, but Jaguars drop 8-3 decision to Urbandale
North earns first victory at No. 1 singles in Ankeny girls’ 10-1 loss at Waukee
Senior Olivia North earned her first victory at No. 1 singles for the Ankeny girls' tennis team on Tuesday, but the Hawkettes dropped a 10-1 decision at Waukee in a CIML Conference meet. North posted a 6-4, 1-6, 1-0 victory over Miku Mizushima. "Liv battled in the heat and had great shot selection to get her first win in three sets," said Ankeny coach … [Read more...] about North earns first victory at No. 1 singles in Ankeny girls’ 10-1 loss at Waukee
Centennial golfers place 3rd, Hawks open season with 6th-place finish at Peck Invite
The Ankeny Centennial boys' golf squad placed third in the Jesse Peck Invitational on Monday at Briarwood Golf Club, while defending champion Ankeny finished sixth in the eight-team field. The Jaguars posted a 300 total on their home course. Indianola won the meet with a 294, while Dallas Center-Grimes took second with a 297. "I have so many positive … [Read more...] about Centennial golfers place 3rd, Hawks open season with 6th-place finish at Peck Invite