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Blimpie Sub of the Week: Barsat Fnu, Ankeny wrestling

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Barsat Fnu of the Ankeny wrestling team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. Fnu placed sixth at 113 pounds in the Bob Sharp Invitational on Jan. 13 at Ankeny. He has been filling in for injured freshman Caleb Rathjen, who is ranked second in Class 3A. "Barsat is a first-year wrestler, originally from Afghanistan, and just an … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Barsat Fnu, Ankeny wrestling

Ankeny bowling teams sweep Dowling Catholic; Hawkettes again post season-high score

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For the second meet in a row, the Ankeny girls' bowling team posted a season-high score on Tuesday at Great Escape. The Hawkettes rolled to a 2,644-2,049 victory over visiting Dowling Catholic in a CIML non-conference meet. They raised their record to 4-3 on the season. The Ankeny girls' team even outscored the Ankeny boys' squad, which also came away … [Read more...] about Ankeny bowling teams sweep Dowling Catholic; Hawkettes again post season-high score

Ankeny’s Frandson sweeps distance events at CIML Central Conference meet

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Saturday's CIML Central Conference boys' swimming meet was like a mini-state meet. Four of the state's top five teams were in action at Southeast Polk, including third-ranked Ankeny, which placed third in the five-team field with 445.5 points. The Hawks were led by freshman Trent Frandson, who won both the 200 and 500 freestyle events. No. 2 Ames won … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Frandson sweeps distance events at CIML Central Conference meet

Centennial edges Hawks in heated rematch at Dave Ewing Duals

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The emotions ran high during the Dave Ewing Duals on Saturday at Ankeny High School. The host Hawks collided with crosstown rival Ankeny Centennial for the second time in three days--this time in the fourth round of the eight-team tournament. The rematch of the Jaguars' 43-25 victory on Thursday nearly ended with a brawl. Ankeny's Spencer Anderson … [Read more...] about Centennial edges Hawks in heated rematch at Dave Ewing Duals

Ankeny boys roll past Rams for their second straight victory

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After ending an eight-game losing skid, the Ankeny boys' basketball team is suddenly on a winning streak. The Hawks earned their second straight victory on Friday by defeating visiting Southeast Polk, 66-52, in a CIML Central Conference game. It was the first league win for Ankeny, which avenged an earlier overtime loss to the Rams. "It was fun," said … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys roll past Rams for their second straight victory

Sears sets school record, leads Hawkette bowlers past Marshalltown

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As the weather warmed up on Thursday, so did Ankeny bowler Sydney Sears. Sears bowled back-to-back games of 236 and 235 to lead the Ankeny girls' team to a 2,564-2,345 victory over visiting Marshalltown in a CIML non-conference meet at Great Escape. She set a school record with a 471 series, breaking the mark of 446 that was set by Brianna Payton in … [Read more...] about Sears sets school record, leads Hawkette bowlers past Marshalltown

Jaguars spoil Ankeny’s Senior Night with 43-25 victory over Hawks

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On a night when Ankeny's wrestling seniors were recognized, crosstown rival Ankeny Centennial stole the spotlight. The visiting Jaguars racked up six falls and rolled to a 43-25 victory in a CIML Central Conference dual meet on Thursday. The win avenged last year's 28-26 loss to the Hawks. "That loss was a very big motivating factor because we beat … [Read more...] about Jaguars spoil Ankeny’s Senior Night with 43-25 victory over Hawks

Valley swimmers edge Ankeny, become state’s No. 1 team

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The Ankeny boys' swimming squad entered Thursday's dual meet against visiting Valley as the No. 2 team in the state, one spot ahead of the Tigers. By the end of the night, Valley had leapfrogged both Ankeny and top-ranked Ames to become the state's No. 1 team. The Tigers racked up 1,631 power points while posting an 87-83 victory in a CIML Central … [Read more...] about Valley swimmers edge Ankeny, become state’s No. 1 team

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Alexis Legg, Ankeny girls’ basketball

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Senior Alexis Legg of the Ankeny girls' basketball team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. Legg has helped the Hawkettes to a 7-7 record. She is averaging 0.7 points and 1.4 rebounds per game. Legg is a standout on the soccer field who is planning to play that sport in college. She has verbally committed to Augustana (S.D.). … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Alexis Legg, Ankeny girls’ basketball

Mason City girls use big third quarter to beat Hawkettes

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Two girls' basketball teams in search of a consistent second scorer collided on Tuesday at Ankeny High School. Visiting Mason City may have found one in Anna Deets, who made four 3-point goals and scored 19 points to help the Mohawks to a 65-56 victory in a CIML non-conference game. Deets provided plenty of support for teammate Megan Meyer, who matched … [Read more...] about Mason City girls use big third quarter to beat Hawkettes

Otten returns from injury, helps Hawks end losing skid with win over Mason City

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For the first time in six weeks, the Ankeny boys' basketball players finally got to celebrate a victory on Tuesday. Dillon Carlson poured in 22 points as the Hawks snapped an eight-game losing skid with a 63-53 win over visiting Mason City in a CIML non-conference contest. "We definitely needed it," Carlson said. "It was a long losing streak, but I … [Read more...] about Otten returns from injury, helps Hawks end losing skid with win over Mason City

Waukee girls’ bowling team stays undefeated; boys’ squad also tops Ankeny

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The Waukee bowling teams entered Monday's dual meet against Ankeny with more than just a home alley advantage. The Warriors have also benefited from a huge disparity in practice time. "They practice four times a week for 90 minutes in their home bowling center, and it really showed tonight," said Ankeny coach Jim Robidoux. "They had more practices … [Read more...] about Waukee girls’ bowling team stays undefeated; boys’ squad also tops Ankeny

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Connor Neils, Ankeny boys’ swimming

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Connor Neils is the Ankeny Fanatic prep of the week sponsored by Revive Clinic and Spa. The senior has helped the Ankeny boys' swimming team to a 7-1 dual record and a No. 2 ranking in the state. Neils placed fourth in the 500 freestyle and fifth in the 200 individual medley at last year's state meet, helping the Hawks to a seventh-place finish overall. … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Connor Neils, Ankeny boys’ swimming

‘Rivalry Week’ continues: A closer look at Thursday’s Ankeny vs. Centennial dual

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Saturday's Bob Sharp Invitational wrestling tournament was just the beginning of what Colin Honderd calls "Rivalry Week". The fifth-ranked Honderd won an individual title at 182 pounds to help Ankeny Centennial to the team crown for the fourth straight year. The Jaguars finished with 217.5 points, while host Ankeny placed third in the 10-team field with … [Read more...] about ‘Rivalry Week’ continues: A closer look at Thursday’s Ankeny vs. Centennial dual

Jaguars capture 4th straight Bob Sharp title; Ankeny’s Anderson upsets Centennial’s Monroe

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The Ankeny Centennial wrestlers are beginning to feel right at home in their crosstown rival's gym. The Jaguars visited Ankeny on Saturday for the Bob Sharp Invitational and came away with the team title for the fourth straight year. They racked up 217.5 points in the 10-team tournament. "It's awesome. I'm pretty happy," said Centennial coach Jay … [Read more...] about Jaguars capture 4th straight Bob Sharp title; Ankeny’s Anderson upsets Centennial’s Monroe

Hawkettes overcome 12-point deficit, beat defending 5A state champs

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  A couple of unlikely heroes emerged on Friday for the Ankeny girls' basketball team. Reserves Reilly and Abby Johnson combined for eight points in the second quarter to spark the Hawkettes to a come-from-behind 59-53 victory over visiting Valley, the defending state champion and the No. 12 team in Class 5A. Ankeny trailed, 19-7, before … [Read more...] about Hawkettes overcome 12-point deficit, beat defending 5A state champs

Valley boys pull away down stretch, hand Hawks their 8th consecutive loss

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The last thing that the Ankeny boys' basketball team wanted on Friday was another close game. Its opponent, Valley, probably didn't want one, either. Three of the visiting Tigers' five losses came by one point, while the Hawks had lost six games by five points or less--three of them in overtime. Valley made sure that this one didn't go down to the … [Read more...] about Valley boys pull away down stretch, hand Hawks their 8th consecutive loss

Ankeny swimmers knock off two-time defending state champs

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The Ankeny boys' swimming team didn't even need its best lineup to defeat the two-time defending state champs. The second-ranked Hawks competed without a couple of varsity swimmers, but still posted a 95-75 victory at No. 8 Waukee on Friday. "We were a little short-handed," said Ankeny coach Justin Crouch. "But I thought the boys responded with a … [Read more...] about Ankeny swimmers knock off two-time defending state champs