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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

Jaguars edge Ottumwa wrestlers on wins by Bennett, Dunn in final 2 matches

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The Ankeny Centennial wrestlers needed a late rally to defeat visiting Ottumwa, 39-36, in a non-conference dual meet on Thursday. Carter Bennett recorded a fall at 138 pounds to tie the score at 36-36 heading into the final match. Tenth-ranked Drew Dunn then posted a 7-2 decision at 145 over Braylon Griffiths, winning the matchup of state qualifiers from … [Read more...] about Jaguars edge Ottumwa wrestlers on wins by Bennett, Dunn in final 2 matches

‘From top to bottom, it was a total team effort’: Hawk swimmers beat No. 1 Ames

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After finishing behind top-ranked Ames in the Mike Wittmer Invitational on Saturday, the No. 5 Ankeny boys' swimming team had something to prove on Thursday. The Hawks earned some revenge with a 109-61 victory over Ames in their CIML Iowa Conference opener at Trail Point Aquatics Center. The Little Cyclones were without four swimmers who are competing at … [Read more...] about ‘From top to bottom, it was a total team effort’: Hawk swimmers beat No. 1 Ames

‘I like the direction we are going’: Ankeny bowling coach unfazed by Rams’ sweep

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Lane Richtsmeier isn't too concerned about the wins and losses. The Ankeny bowling coach still likes the way his squads are competing, even after the Hawks and Hawkettes were swept by Southeast Polk in a dual meet on Tuesday at Great Escape. "As a team, I like the direction we are going," Richtsmeier said. "We have a lot of new faces this year, and … [Read more...] about ‘I like the direction we are going’: Ankeny bowling coach unfazed by Rams’ sweep

Iowa standout Moss named a first-team all-American by CBS Sports

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Chalk up another honor for Iowa defensive back Riley Moss. And it's a big one. The former Ankeny Centennial star has been named a first-team all-American by CBS Sports. He has helped lead the Hawkeyes to a 10-3 record, including an appearance in the Big Ten championship game. Moss has made 36 tackles this season, despite missing three games due to a … [Read more...] about Iowa standout Moss named a first-team all-American by CBS Sports

A STATEMENT WIN: Hawkettes knock off top-10 foe for first time under McAnelly

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A year ago, the Ankeny girls' basketball team posted the first winning season since the split into two high schools. On Tuesday, the Hawkettes' program took another huge step forward. Ankeny closed out the game with a 13-5 run to post a 51-43 victory over visiting Valley, the No. 6 team in Class 5A. It was the Hawkettes' first win over a top-10 … [Read more...] about A STATEMENT WIN: Hawkettes knock off top-10 foe for first time under McAnelly

‘It was a hard-fought win’: Hawks overcome Valley, Raridon for first victory

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A few weeks ago, the Ankeny football team defeated Valley in the Class 5A semifinals to earn the right to play for a state championship. On Tuesday, the Hawks waged another epic battle against their CIML rival--this time on the basketball court. Ryan Crandall, who had a team-high 6.5 tackles in Ankeny's win over the Tigers at the UNI-Dome, scored 19 … [Read more...] about ‘It was a hard-fought win’: Hawks overcome Valley, Raridon for first victory

Jaguars outlast Lincoln after Bryan’s 3-pointer with 1.6 seconds left forces OT

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Evan Bryan made a 3-point goal with 1.6 seconds left to force overtime and the Ankeny Centennial boys' basketball team went on to post a 72-66 victory at Des Moines Lincoln in a non-conference game on Tuesday. The Jaguars outscored Lincoln, 13-7, in the extra period. "Our kids handled the late-game situations well at the end of regulation and … [Read more...] about Jaguars outlast Lincoln after Bryan’s 3-pointer with 1.6 seconds left forces OT

Centennial girls deliver early knockout punch, roll to victory over Railsplitters

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' basketball team jumped out to a 20-0 lead in the first quarter of Tuesday's non-conference game at Des Moines Lincoln. The Railsplitters never recovered from the knockout punch. Centennial extended its advantage to 34-3 at halftime and 42-3 after three quarters before coasting to a 45-12 victory. The eighth-ranked Jaguars … [Read more...] about Centennial girls deliver early knockout punch, roll to victory over Railsplitters

Florida Gulf Coast’s rally spoils potential duel between ex-Jags Sauer, Robinson

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The anticipated matchup between former Ankeny Centennial volleyball stars Devyn Robinson and Kenna Sauer in the NCAA Tournament never materialized. While Robinson's Wisconsin team cruised to an easy victory over Colgate in Friday's opening round at the UW Field House, Sauer's Texas Tech squad jumped out to a 2-0 lead against Florida Gulf Coast before … [Read more...] about Florida Gulf Coast’s rally spoils potential duel between ex-Jags Sauer, Robinson

Anderson captures Donnybrook crown, leads Hawk wrestlers to 11th-place finish

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Ankeny wrestling coach Jack Wignall wanted to challenge his team by entering the Dan Gable Donnybook. The 33-team tournament, which was held on Friday and Saturday at the Coralville XTREAM Arena, featured many of the top wrestlers across the Midwest. Ankeny's Trever Anderson showed that he belongs in that elite group with a dominating performance. … [Read more...] about Anderson captures Donnybrook crown, leads Hawk wrestlers to 11th-place finish

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Caden Kelling, Centennial boys’ basketball

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Senior guard Caden Kelling had six points and five assists to help the Ankeny Centennial boys' basketball team to a 79-46 victory over visiting Fort Dodge on Friday. The Jaguars are off to a 1-1 start. Kelling averaged 7.9 points and 2.0 rebounds as a junior, when he helped Centennial to a 14-5 mark. Here is some inside info on Kelling: Your team … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Caden Kelling, Centennial boys’ basketball