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Ankeny’s Griffin returns to game after suffering dislocated shoulder

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There was no way Ankeny's Max Griffin was going to sit out his final Jag-Hawk game with an injury. The senior defensive back/receiver suffered a dislocated shoulder during the first quarter of Friday's season opener against Ankeny Centennial, then went to the sidelines and appeared to be done for the night after taking off his jersey and shoulder … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Griffin returns to game after suffering dislocated shoulder

Who will emerge as the star in Friday’s Jag-Hawk showdown?

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Here are five potential storylines for Friday's Jag-Hawk football game at Ankeny Stadium: 1. Will Centennial's dominance of the crosstown rivalry continue? The Jaguars have won five of the six meetings against Ankeny since the split into two high schools in 2013. The last three games have been decided by an average of 14.7 points, including … [Read more...] about Who will emerge as the star in Friday’s Jag-Hawk showdown?

Waukee rallies for 5-set win over Hawkettes in season opener

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The Ankeny volleyball team was on the verge of a sweep in its season opener on Tuesday at Waukee. After winning the first two sets, the sixth-ranked Hawkettes battled No. 11 Waukee down to the wire in the third set. The Warriors then scored the final two points to emerge with a 26-24 victory, and it turned the non-conference match around. Waukee went … [Read more...] about Waukee rallies for 5-set win over Hawkettes in season opener

Hawk golfers struggle at Veenker, fall to Ames

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The Ankeny boys' golf team struggled on one of the state's toughest courses Tuesday, dropping a 324-343 decision to host Ames in a dual meet at Veenker Golf Course. The loss dropped the Hawks' record to 0-2 in the CIML Central Conference. Hunter Johnson led Ankeny with an 83, while Luke Parkinson shot an 84. Ty Roghair fired an 87, Dylan Taylor had an 89, … [Read more...] about Hawk golfers struggle at Veenker, fall to Ames

Jaguars place 4th, Ankeny girls finish 8th at season-opening meet

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It doesn't appear that there will be any dropoff for the Johnston girls' cross country team. The top-ranked Dragons, who have won the last two Class 4A state titles, opened their season on Tuesday by winning the Ankeny Centennial Invitational at DMACC. They scored 27 points after combining the results of the two races. Johnston standout Jessica McKee … [Read more...] about Jaguars place 4th, Ankeny girls finish 8th at season-opening meet

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Dylan Taylor, Ankeny boys’ golf

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Dylan Taylor of the Ankeny boys' golf team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. Taylor earned a spot in the Hawks' varsity lineup and has been one of the team's most consistent players. The sophomore opened the season with a 79 to place ninth in the Des Moines Roosevelt Invitational on Aug. 9 at Waveland, helping the Hawks to a … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Dylan Taylor, Ankeny boys’ golf

Jaguars edge Ankeny boys to win Centennial Invitational title

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The Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' cross country teams have had some close battles in recent years. It looks like they are going to have some more this fall. The two squads opened their season on Tuesday at the Centennial Invitational, where the Jaguars edged 12th-ranked Ankeny to win the team title for the second straight year. Centennial … [Read more...] about Jaguars edge Ankeny boys to win Centennial Invitational title

Defending state cross country champ looks to break all-time Iowa record

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After winning a Class 4A state cross country title last fall, Ankeny runner Tim Sindt needed to find some extra motivation heading into his senior season. He has found his ultimate goal. Sindt wants to break the all-time Iowa record of 15 minutes 2 seconds. It's an ambitious goal, because his best time ever is 15:13. Sindt won the Class 4A race a … [Read more...] about Defending state cross country champ looks to break all-time Iowa record

Ankeny’s Peters places 4th at Lincoln’s Diving Invitational

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Ankeny freshman Erica Peters made an impressive debut on the diving board Monday night. Peters represented Ankeny at Des Moines Lincoln's "Back to the Boards" Diving Invitational. It was an 11-dive meet, compared to the usual six-dive format early in the season. Peters placed fourth overall with 374.3 points. Just 16 points separated the top four … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Peters places 4th at Lincoln’s Diving Invitational

No. 6 Hawkettes are undersized, but still boast plenty of potential

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On paper, the Ankeny volleyball team doesn't appear to match up with some of the CIML's top squads, including its crosstown rival. A closer look, though, reveals a scrappy and talented team that should be able to compete with just about any opponent on its schedule. The Iowa Girls' High School Athletic Union did not make the mistake of underestimating … [Read more...] about No. 6 Hawkettes are undersized, but still boast plenty of potential

Coach: Hawkette runners ‘show grit and desire to compete at high levels’

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  Eric Klingensmith is hoping to build the Ankeny girls' cross country program into a regular state-meet qualifier once again. Prior to the split into two high schools, the Hawkettes advanced to the state meet in 11 of the 13 years from 2000 to 2012 under former coach Craig Doocy. The team then suffered through a three-year drought before … [Read more...] about Coach: Hawkette runners ‘show grit and desire to compete at high levels’

Ankeny’s Crawford hopes to be impact player on defense, too

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A year ago, Ankeny's Ray J Crawford was one of the top running backs in the CIML, rushing for 1,008 yards and six touchdowns on 202 carries. This season, he might not be able to match those numbers. That's because Ankeny coach Rick Nelson has elected to shore up his defense by moving Crawford to linebacker. The 6-foot, 196-pound senior will still get … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Crawford hopes to be impact player on defense, too

Loaded Hawkettes among teams that could challenge Ames’ dynasty in pool

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The Ames girls' swimming team has won seven of the last eight state championships. There aren't too many opponents that might be able to end the Little Cyclones' dominance this season, but Ankeny could be one of them. The Hawkettes return six state qualifiers from a squad that placed fourth at last year's meet with 171 points, their highest finish ever … [Read more...] about Loaded Hawkettes among teams that could challenge Ames’ dynasty in pool

Bertsch departs after successful three-year run as Ankeny girls’ soccer coach

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Ankeny girls' soccer coach Dan Bertsch has resigned from his position after three years with the program. Ankeny Activities Director Brent Buttjer said that all three of Bertsch's assistants have resigned as well. "Coach Bertsch provided a great deal of passion and dedication to our girls’ soccer program for which I am grateful. We wish him luck in the … [Read more...] about Bertsch departs after successful three-year run as Ankeny girls’ soccer coach

Hawk golfers search for consistency after loss to Dowling Catholic

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The challenge for some members of the Ankeny boys' golf team is to play a solid 18-hole round and not just nine holes. That was very evident during Tuesday's CIML Central Conference dual meet against visiting Dowling Catholic, which posted a 308-315 victory over the Hawks at Otter Creek Golf Course. "I thought we played Ok," said Ankeny coach Mike … [Read more...] about Hawk golfers search for consistency after loss to Dowling Catholic

Hawks open season with 4th-place finish on challenging Waveland course

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A pair of sophomores made impressive debuts for the Ankeny boys' golf team on Thursday. Dylan Taylor carded a 79 and Joey Newton added an 83 to help the Hawks to a fourth-place finish in the Des Moines Roosevelt Invitational at Waveland Golf Course. Taylor placed ninth as an individual. "I thought we played well, especially Joey and Dylan," said Ankeny … [Read more...] about Hawks open season with 4th-place finish on challenging Waveland course