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Loaded Ankeny football team looks to end losing skid against crosstown rival

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Ankeny football coach Rick Nelson is anxious to see what the Hawks can do. He won't have to wait much longer. The Hawks, who are second in the Class 4A preseason rankings, will open their season on Friday against archrival Ankeny Centennial. Kickoff at Ankeny Stadium, before a limited crowd due to COVID-19 concerns, is at 7 p.m. "I think we're going … [Read more...] about Loaded Ankeny football team looks to end losing skid against crosstown rival

‘I had to laugh it off’: Johnson overcomes bogey, shoots 34 in Hawks’ victory

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Hunter Johnson didn't let one bad putt ruin his round on Wednesday at Otter Creek Golf Course. The senior missed a short putt for par on his first hole of the day, but then rebounded to earn medalist honors with a 1-under-par 34 as the Ankeny boys' golf team defeated Fort Dodge, 147-176, in a CIML Iowa Conference dual meet. "I had to laugh it off," … [Read more...] about ‘I had to laugh it off’: Johnson overcomes bogey, shoots 34 in Hawks’ victory

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Karson Wehde, Ankeny boys’ golf

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Karson Wehde shot an 84 to help the Ankeny boys' golf team to a 301-308 victory over Ankeny Centennial on Friday at Briarwood Golf Course. The Hawks will take a 3-0 record in the CIML Iowa Conference into Wednesday's dual meet against Fort Dodge at Otter Creek Golf Course. "I am still looking for that person to fill our sixth spot on varsity, … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Karson Wehde, Ankeny boys’ golf

‘She is very special’: Super Schrader looks to lead Hawkettes back to state

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Ankeny volleyball coach Dave Whims has seen a lot of great players in his legendary coaching career. Phyona Schrader may be as good as any of them. The versatile setter is back for her senior season with the Hawkettes, who are third in the Class 5A preseason rankings by the Iowa Girls' High School Athletic Union. The Notre Dame recruit has a chance to … [Read more...] about ‘She is very special’: Super Schrader looks to lead Hawkettes back to state

Hard work pays off for Peters, Ankeny divers at Johnston Invitational

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The graduation of state champion diver Sydney Jorgensen left the Ankeny girls' swimming team with a big hole to fill in its lineup. The Hawkettes appear to have some capable replacements. Ankeny opened its season on Monday by winning the Johnston Invitational at Summit Middle School. The Hawkettes had four top-10 finishers in the diving-only … [Read more...] about Hard work pays off for Peters, Ankeny divers at Johnston Invitational

Despite cancellation of track season, Hawk runners are ‘considerably better’

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The cancellation of the track season doesn't appear to have had an adverse effect on the Ankeny boys' cross country team. Ankeny coach Jon Lindaman said his runners continued to work hard even after the COVID-19 outbreak resulted in the elimination of spring sports. "We have had a number of pleasant surprises," said Lindaman. "Even with track season … [Read more...] about Despite cancellation of track season, Hawk runners are ‘considerably better’

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Brecken Manus, Ankeny football

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Senior linebacker Brecken Manus helped the Ankeny football team to a 7-4 record and a Class 4A quarterfinal appearance last season. He led the Hawks with 59 tackles. Manus was named to the Class 4A all-state third team by the Iowa Print Sports Writers Association. He was a repeat selection to the District 1 first team. Here is some inside info on … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Brecken Manus, Ankeny football

Johnson earns medalist honors, leads Hawk golfers to win over Centennial

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The Ankeny boys' golf team proved again on Friday that it has a chance to become one of the state's best squads. The future looks bright, too, for crosstown rival Ankeny Centennial. Both teams came away from an 18-hole dual meet at Briarwood Golf Course feeling pretty good about their prospects for the rest of the season. "I'm really excited for the … [Read more...] about Johnson earns medalist honors, leads Hawk golfers to win over Centennial

Highly-touted Kansas City receiver to join Brecht in Ankeny’s potent lineup

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The rumor turned out to be true. Arland Bruce IV, a three-star recruit who is committed to Iowa, has officially transferred to Ankeny High School and will play football for the Hawks this season. Speculation had been growing for the last several days that Bruce was headed to Ankeny. But his transfer to the school was not approved until Friday … [Read more...] about Highly-touted Kansas City receiver to join Brecht in Ankeny’s potent lineup

Hawkette runners are ‘social creatures’, but adjusting to COVID-19 restrictions

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The COVID-19 restrictions have created some challenges for the Ankeny girls' cross country team. Coach Eric Klingensmith said the camaraderie between the girls is a unique aspect of the sport--but something that has had to change during the global pandemic. "The practices are coming along smoothly, but the restrictions with our interactions are a bit … [Read more...] about Hawkette runners are ‘social creatures’, but adjusting to COVID-19 restrictions

Practice rounds help Hawk golfers roll to 82-stroke victory over Mason City

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A practice round for the ages helped Ankeny golfer Dylan Taylor prepare for Monday's dual meet at Mason City. His teammates benefited as well. Taylor tied a course record on Friday by shooting an 11-under-par 61 at Highland Park Golf Course, where Monday's meet was held. "I definitely had all the confidence in the world to go out there and try to … [Read more...] about Practice rounds help Hawk golfers roll to 82-stroke victory over Mason City

Ankeny Fanatic announces its all-time Ankeny boys’ golf team

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When Jon Olson was hired to become the first Ankeny Centennial boys' golf coach in 2013, he stepped into a good situation. Most of the top players from Ankeny's 2012 team that qualified for the state meet moved across town to Centennial when the new school opened the following year. "The talent was there," Olson said. "From a coaching perspective, it … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic announces its all-time Ankeny boys’ golf team

Walker shoots 74, leads Hawks to victory over Ames in their season opener

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Even at less than full strength, the Ankeny boys' golf team had no trouble defeating Ames in its season opener on Thursday. The Hawks posted a 315-338 victory in an 18-hole dual meet at Veenker Golf Course in Ames, one of the more difficult courses in the state. "I was very happy with the win," said Ankeny coach Mike Weddingfeld. "It's always good to … [Read more...] about Walker shoots 74, leads Hawks to victory over Ames in their season opener

‘We have something to prove’: Ankeny golfers seek first trip to state since 2012

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The Ankeny boys' golf team has some unfinished business. The Hawks enjoyed a tremendous season in 2019 before struggling in their final two meets. After being ranked among the state's top five teams for most of the year, they placed fourth in the CIML Central Conference meet and then tied for fourth in a Class 4A district meet at Sioux City, where they … [Read more...] about ‘We have something to prove’: Ankeny golfers seek first trip to state since 2012

Ankeny receiver Kumm decommits from MSUM, will play for Iowa Central

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Ankeny football standout Jordan Kumm has decided to stay closer to home. The wide receiver, who had previously committed to play for Minnesota State University Moorhead, announced earlier this week via Twitter that he'll be heading to Iowa Central Community College in the fall. "God's got a plan!" Kumm tweeted. "I would like to thank the whole coaching … [Read more...] about Ankeny receiver Kumm decommits from MSUM, will play for Iowa Central

Ankeny boys, girls earn all-American honors from NISCA

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Several Ankeny male and female swimmers have earned all-American honors from the National Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association. The top 100 times in each event nationally were recognized as all-American efforts. Junior Trent Frandson, who led the Ankeny boys' team to a second-place finish at the state meet in February, is a four-time all-American. … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys, girls earn all-American honors from NISCA

Ankeny’s Reynolds to play volleyball at University of Denver

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Ankeny volleyball player Ava Reynolds received her first scholarship offer last week. It took the junior-to-be less than 24 hours to accept it. Reynolds announced on June 16 that she has verbally committed to the University of Denver. "Denver was the first school I talked to and got an offer from," said Reynolds. "I heard from several other schools … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Reynolds to play volleyball at University of Denver

Ankeny QB Bauer plans to make decision after his senior season

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The buzz around Ankeny quarterback Jase Bauer is beginning to grow, even during these uncertain times. Bauer helped lead the Hawks to a 7-4 record and a Class 4A quarterfinal appearance last season. He passed for 2,207 yards and 20 touchdowns while completing 61.5 percent of his passes (126-of-205). Bauer was named to the Class 4A all-state first team … [Read more...] about Ankeny QB Bauer plans to make decision after his senior season