Senior Max Smith is the top sprinter on the Ankeny boys' track team. He won a pair of medals at the Drake Relays this weekend. Smith raced to a fourth-place finish in the 100-meter dash on Friday, posting a time of 10.99 seconds. He then teamed up with Nick Scherle, Peyton Agan and Conner Niffenegger to place sixth in the 4x100 relay on Saturday in 44.41 … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Max Smith, Ankeny boys’ track
‘It’s a dream come true’: Hawkettes’ 4×100 relay wins coveted white flags
Mytika Mayberry jogged across the infield turf at Drake Stadium on Saturday along with her three teammates, waving their coveted white flags. Just a few minutes earlier, Mayberry had sprinted down the homestretch of the blue oval, anchoring the Ankeny girls' 4x100 relay team to its first victory at the Drake Relays in 22 years. "This feels amazing," … [Read more...] about ‘It’s a dream come true’: Hawkettes’ 4×100 relay wins coveted white flags
VIDEO: Ankeny girls race to Drake Relays crown
Ankeny boys edge Jaguars for 3rd place in shuttle hurdle relay
The crosstown rivalry between Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial moved to the blue oval at Drake Stadium on Saturday. Both schools qualified for the final in the boys' shuttle hurdle relay at the Drake Relays, setting up a Jag-Hawk showdown on a cold and rainy afternoon. While Cedar Rapids Kennedy and Linn-Mar (Marion) battled it out for the Relays title, … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys edge Jaguars for 3rd place in shuttle hurdle relay
Sindt places 2nd in 1,600, but ‘super happy’ about future roommate’s victory
Ankeny's Tim Sindt didn't mind coming in second place on Saturday. The only runner that beat him, Joe Schaefer of Johnston, is a good friend. Schaefer won the boys' 1,600-meter run at the Drake Relays in a time of 4:21.33. Sindt was the runner-up in 4:23.48. "I'm super happy for him," Sindt said. "We're going to be roommates at Iowa State next year. … [Read more...] about Sindt places 2nd in 1,600, but ‘super happy’ about future roommate’s victory
Jaguars lose Drake Relays medals after being DQ’d in shuttle hurdle relay
After posting a clocking of 1:05.52 in the preliminaries of the shuttle hurdle relay at the Drake Relays on Saturday morning, the Ankeny Centennial girls' squad advanced to the final with the fastest qualifying time. "We were really happy with how prelims went and were kind of excited to see what would happen in the finals," said leadoff runner Katie … [Read more...] about Jaguars lose Drake Relays medals after being DQ’d in shuttle hurdle relay
Centennial’s DeAngelo sets school record, places 4th in 400 hurdles
Ankeny Centennial hurdler Dylan DeAngelo didn't have much time to recover after running in the shuttle hurdle relay on Saturday at the Drake Relays. It turned out to be a good thing. About an hour later, DeAngelo raced to a fourth-place finish in the boys' 400 hurdles on a cold and rainy afternoon. The junior posted a time of 54.10 seconds, which set a … [Read more...] about Centennial’s DeAngelo sets school record, places 4th in 400 hurdles
Thrice as nice: 3 Ankeny sprinters earn top-8 finishes in girls’ 100
The maroon-and-gold colors of Ankeny High School were easy to spot during the final of the girls' 100-meter dash at the Drake Relays on Friday. Three of the eight finalists in the race were Ankeny teammates: Mytika Mayberry, Eva van de Mortel and Mikala Sidney. "We all worked so hard to get here, and I'm so proud of all these ladies," said van de … [Read more...] about Thrice as nice: 3 Ankeny sprinters earn top-8 finishes in girls’ 100
‘Motivating’ Relays crowd helps Centennial hurdler to 5th-place finish
The times just keep getting faster for Ankeny Centennial hurdler Katie Petersen. The junior placed fifth in the 100 hurdles at the Drake Relays on Friday. She posted a time of 14.70 seconds. Petersen lowered the school record for the fourth time this season. "I was really happy with my race," Petersen said. "Making finals was my goal, and then I was … [Read more...] about ‘Motivating’ Relays crowd helps Centennial hurdler to 5th-place finish
‘It’s better than what I expected’: Ankeny’s Smith places 4th in 100
Ankeny's Max Smith was just hoping to get into the finals of the 100-meter dash at the Drake Relays. He did even better than that. The senior placed fourth in the event on Friday at Drake Stadium. He posted a time of 10.99 seconds. "I was happy with my start," Smith said. "I gave it my all." Smith earlier posted a season-best time of 10.90 in the … [Read more...] about ‘It’s better than what I expected’: Ankeny’s Smith places 4th in 100
Collins places 8th in 400, helps Jaguars finish 9th in 4×200 relay
Thomas Collins had a busy day Friday at the Drake Relays. The Ankeny Centennial sophomore ran on two relays and also placed eighth in the 400 meters. He was clocked in 50.27 seconds. "I didn't feel like it was my best race," Collins said. "It's been a long day and a long season, but I'm not disappointed with it. I saw 50.2 on the scoreboard, and that's … [Read more...] about Collins places 8th in 400, helps Jaguars finish 9th in 4×200 relay
Sindt gets his revenge, claims Drake Relays crown in 3,200
For a brief moment, Ankeny's Tim Sindt felt his victory slipping away on Thursday at the Drake Relays. After leading for the last few laps of the boys' 3,200-meter run, Sindt was passed on the final lap by David Holesinger of Dubuque Hempstead, who surged to the front with a strong move. "For a half a second, I was like, 'Oh no, it's over,'" Sindt … [Read more...] about Sindt gets his revenge, claims Drake Relays crown in 3,200
‘Unlucky goal’ dooms Ankeny boys in 2-1 loss at Urbandale
An unlucky break proved to be costly Thursday for the Ankeny boys' soccer team. The fifth-ranked Hawks suffered a 2-1 loss at No. 12 Urbandale, which scored what turned out to be the game-winning goal in the second half. "Ryan Safley headed the ball, and it ricocheted off one of their players," said Ankeny coach Jordan Burns. "I think everybody kind of … [Read more...] about ‘Unlucky goal’ dooms Ankeny boys in 2-1 loss at Urbandale
VIDEO: Ankeny standout captures first Drake Relays title
Centennial golfers place 5th in 15-team field at Marshalltown tourney
Despite some tough playing conditions, the Ankeny Centennial girls' golf team placed fifth in the Linda Bloom Invitational on Thursday at Marshalltown. The Jaguars posted a score of 382 on a rainy and windy day. It was their best 18-hole round of the season. "Both the girls and the coaching staff were extremely happy," said Centennial coach John … [Read more...] about Centennial golfers place 5th in 15-team field at Marshalltown tourney
Centennial’s Monroe chooses Iowa State over Wisconsin, Northern Illinois
There was no reason for Ankeny Centennial wrestler Ben Monroe to put off his college decision any longer. He already knew where he wanted to go. Monroe has verbally committed to Iowa State. The junior will join the Cyclones in the 2020-21 season. "I just decided I would commit now because I knew (Iowa State) would be the place for me, so there was … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Monroe chooses Iowa State over Wisconsin, Northern Illinois
Ankeny golfers earn long-awaited first dual-meet victory over Jaguars
Jaci Webb didn't know that the Ankeny girls' golf team had never defeated crosstown rival Ankeny Centennial. "That makes the win feel that much better!" Webb said on Wednesday after the Hawkettes posted a 191-201 victory over Centennial in a CIML Central Conference dual meet at Briarwood Golf Club. Ankeny earned the win on a postcard-worthy afternoon … [Read more...] about Ankeny golfers earn long-awaited first dual-meet victory over Jaguars
Preparation pays off as Hawkettes defeat Dowling Catholic in shootout
When the Ankeny girls' soccer team was forced into a shootout Tuesday night by visiting Dowling Catholic, head coach Simon Brown and the Hawkettes were ready for the challenge. "For the PKs, we knew who our top five (shooters) were," Brown said. "We take PKs after every practice and track the data, so the girls were confident. We also track the … [Read more...] about Preparation pays off as Hawkettes defeat Dowling Catholic in shootout
Centennial boys use 15 different players in 10-1 win over Scarlets
Tuesday was an enjoyable night for the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team. The sixth-ranked Jaguars used 15 different varsity players during a dual meet against visiting Des Moines East. It was an almost all-senior lineup for Centennial, which rolled to a 10-1 victory. "We have quite a few seniors that are just below our varsity lineup, and this gave … [Read more...] about Centennial boys use 15 different players in 10-1 win over Scarlets
Centennial girls rout East, will play Ankeny on Thursday
The Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team posted its third shutout of the season on Tuesday. The Jaguars rolled to an 11-0 victory at Des Moines East to raise their record to 5-3. The Scarlets dropped to 1-7 with their sixth straight loss. Centennial won all 11 matches in straight sets. The Jaguars lost only seven total games in singles and nine games … [Read more...] about Centennial girls rout East, will play Ankeny on Thursday