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UNI’s Netten, Yarrow feel ‘right at home’ during exhibition victory at Prairie Ridge

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A large crowd gathered at the Prairie Ridge Sports Complex on Monday to watch an exhibition match between two NCAA Division I women's soccer teams. Many of the fans came to see Northern Iowa's Claire Netten and Kelsey Yarrow. It was a homecoming for the Panthers' duo, who helped their team to a 1-0 victory over Omaha. "It was so fun being back in … [Read more...] about UNI’s Netten, Yarrow feel ‘right at home’ during exhibition victory at Prairie Ridge

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Joel Hyler, Ankeny Centennial baseball

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Senior Joel Hyler helped the Ankeny Centennial baseball team to a 21-19 record this season. He batted .429 with four stolen bases, scored eight runs and knocked in three more. Hyler was a rare four-sport athlete during high school. He also competed in cross country, swimming and track. Here is some inside info on Hyler: Which of your four sports was … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Joel Hyler, Ankeny Centennial baseball

Centennial’s Langstraat becomes Grand View’s second recruit in Class of 2019

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When the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team posted a 3-2 victory over Ankeny to win the Class 3A state title on June 9, Kenzie Langstraat and Saige Adamson were on opposite sides of the field. In the future, though, Centennial's Langstraat and Ankeny's Adamson will be playing for the same team. Langstraat committed earlier this week to play for Grand … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Langstraat becomes Grand View’s second recruit in Class of 2019

Centennial softball coach resigns after best season in school history

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Ankeny Centennial softball coach Randy Schneider has resigned from his position after leading the Jaguars to the best record in school history this season. Schneider informed his players of his decision at a team meeting earlier this week. "I think being a high school coach takes a lot of commitment from both sides," said Karlie Kaiser, a senior-to-be … [Read more...] about Centennial softball coach resigns after best season in school history

Dowling Catholic, Johnston, Urbandale now part of CIML Central Conference

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The Central Iowa Metropolitan League will look a little different this year. Both Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial will remain members of the CIML Central Conference for the 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons, but half of the six-team league will feature new members. Dowling Catholic, Johnston and Urbandale will now be part of the Central Conference, replacing … [Read more...] about Dowling Catholic, Johnston, Urbandale now part of CIML Central Conference

Ankeny’s ‘magic carpet ride’ comes to end at Little League World Series

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The goal for the Ankeny Intermediate All Stars was to win one game at the Little League World Series. Ankeny accomplished its goal with a 9-3 victory over the East Region squad on Tuesday, becoming the first Central Region team to win a game at the Intermediate World Series. "The boys saw that their attitudes mattered, and I can not think of a better … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s ‘magic carpet ride’ comes to end at Little League World Series

Ankeny All Stars earn first victory at Little League World Series

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The Ankeny Intermediate All Stars achieved a milestone victory on Tuesday at the Little League World Series in Livermore, Calif. Ankeny posted a 9-3 win over the East Region squad from the Commack (N.Y.) North Little League, becoming the first Central Region team to win a game at the Intermediate World Series. The loss eliminated Commack North from the … [Read more...] about Ankeny All Stars earn first victory at Little League World Series

Ankeny’s Maifeld to play in IHSBCA All-Star Games

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Ankeny senior Jayden Maifeld will play for the Large Schools West in the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association All-Star Games on Thursday through Sunday in Iowa City. Each of the four all-star teams will play a round-robin schedule from Thursday through Saturday. The consolation and championship games will then be played on Sunday. Maifeld … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Maifeld to play in IHSBCA All-Star Games

Brown named first-team all-American by TopDrawerSoccer.com

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Ankeny Centennial soccer star Olivia Brown has been named a first-team all-American by TopDrawerSoccer.com. She was earlier named to the United Soccer Coaches all-American team. The spring all-America teams are compiled by TopDrawerSoccer with consultation with coaches and media members from around the country. Players from all 13 spring-playing soccer … [Read more...] about Brown named first-team all-American by TopDrawerSoccer.com

Ankeny All Stars drop opening game at Little League World Series

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The Ankeny Intermediate All Stars suffered a 7-0 loss to the West Regional champs in their opening game at the Little League World Series on Sunday at Livermore, Calif. The West Region squad from the Scripps Ranch Little League in San Diego took a 1-0 lead in the first inning, then added another run in the second to knock out Central starting pitcher Greg … [Read more...] about Ankeny All Stars drop opening game at Little League World Series

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Haley Gatica, Ankeny Centennial softball

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Junior pitcher Haley Gatica helped the Ankeny Centennial softball team to a 25-16 record. It was the Jaguars' winningest season since the split into two high schools. Gatica compiled a 12-7 mark with a 2.47 ERA and had 53 strikeouts while also batting .282 with three home runs and 16 RBIs. She was named to the CIML Central Conference second team. Here … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Haley Gatica, Ankeny Centennial softball

Creighton’s Winters earns Scholar-Athlete Sport Excellence Award

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The BIG EAST Conference has announced the winners of the 2017-18 BIG EAST Scholar-Athlete Sport Excellence Awards, which recognize academic and athletic achievement as well as community service. Creighton's lone honoree is volleyball player Jaali Winters of Ankeny, a rising senior who stars on the court and in the classroom. The Scholar-Athlete Sport … [Read more...] about Creighton’s Winters earns Scholar-Athlete Sport Excellence Award

Daugherty earns repeat all-state honors; Thomas, Rumley, Birt also honored

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Three Ankeny softball players and one more from Ankeny Centennial have received all-state honors from the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Senior shortstop Peyton Daugherty of Ankeny was a repeat selection to the Class 5A first team. She led the Hawkettes to a 28-13 record. Teammate Kennedy Thomas, a senior first baseman and pitcher, was named to the … [Read more...] about Daugherty earns repeat all-state honors; Thomas, Rumley, Birt also honored