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Ankeny swimmers roll past Indianola for 124-56 victory in non-conference dual

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The Ankeny girls' swimming team got a much-needed win on Thursday. Coming off a grueling stretch of dual meets in the CIML Conference, the sixth-ranked Hawkettes dominated a non-conference matchup against Indianola at the Wellmark YMCA, winning every event en route to a 124-56 victory. Ankeny raised its overall mark to 2-5. "It was a lot of fun to … [Read more...] about Ankeny swimmers roll past Indianola for 124-56 victory in non-conference dual

‘I’m super excited to play with her again’: Ankeny’s Miller to join Fulk at Indian Hills

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Two of the standouts on the 2022 Ankeny softball team will be reunited at Indian Hills Community College in the fall of 2023. Outfielder Eva Fulk is currently on the Warriors' roster after graduating from Ankeny last spring. She initially committed to join Northern Iowa's women's track and field program before deciding to play softball instead. Now, … [Read more...] about ‘I’m super excited to play with her again’: Ankeny’s Miller to join Fulk at Indian Hills

On Senior Night, Ankeny swimmers honor their 5 ‘phenomenal’ leaders

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The five seniors on the Ankeny girls' swimming team were honored during Tuesday's dual meet against visiting Johnston at Trail Point Aquatics Center. Lydia Boehlert, Hannah Kolars, Sydney Madetzke, Rachel Rolow and Caroline Walker were praised by Ankeny coach Justin Crouch for their efforts this season. "Senior Night always brings a lot of reflection … [Read more...] about On Senior Night, Ankeny swimmers honor their 5 ‘phenomenal’ leaders

Wallace’s pep talk ignites No. 2 Ankeny to four-set victory over No. 5 Centennial

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When its crosstown rival started to take control of Tuesday's match, the Ankeny volleyball team turned to Jesa Wallace for a pep talk. The senior setter sparked the second-ranked Hawkettes to a four-set victory over No. 5 Ankeny Centennial. "Jesa gave us a little pep talk and told us that we need to focus in and play more together instead of separate, … [Read more...] about Wallace’s pep talk ignites No. 2 Ankeny to four-set victory over No. 5 Centennial

Hodapp advances to state meet, but Ankeny golfers miss qualifying by 1 shot

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Ankeny sophomore Evan Hodapp has qualified for the boys' Class 4A state golf meet this weekend at Elmcrest Country Club in Cedar Rapids. Unfortunately, the rest of the Hawks came up just short of earning a trip as well. Ankeny placed fourth among 13 teams in a district meet on Tuesday at Bent Tree Golf Club in Council Bluffs. The 12th-ranked Hawks shot … [Read more...] about Hodapp advances to state meet, but Ankeny golfers miss qualifying by 1 shot

‘Sioux Falls always stood out to me’: Riesberg to play softball for Cougars

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Another Ankeny softball player has made her college plans. And a few more could be making their decisions soon. Senior outfielder Rylee Riesberg has committed to play for the University of Sioux Falls. Former Ankeny star Kennedy Thomas is currently a senior on the Cougars' roster. "I looked at several schools, but the University of Sioux Falls … [Read more...] about ‘Sioux Falls always stood out to me’: Riesberg to play softball for Cougars

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Jesa Wallace, Ankeny volleyball

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Senior setter Jesa Wallace has helped the second-ranked Ankeny volleyball team to a 25-4 record. She currently ranks second in the entire state with 747 assists. Wallace had 55 assists on Tuesday as the Hawkettes rallied from a 2-1 deficit on the road to beat then-No. 5 Waukee Northwest in five sets. The William Jewell recruit also had six digs in the … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Jesa Wallace, Ankeny volleyball

Hawks’ big defensive stand, late scoring drive clinch 34-24 victory over Valley

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A huge defensive stand and a late scoring drive allowed the Ankeny football team to post a 34-24 victory over visiting Valley on Friday. The third-ranked Hawks allowed just three points in the second half while raising their record to 5-1 on the season. The Tigers dropped to 3-3. "That was a big one," said Ankeny defensive back Ben Sandvig. "We just … [Read more...] about Hawks’ big defensive stand, late scoring drive clinch 34-24 victory over Valley

Ankeny swimmers rack up season-high 3,325 power points in loss to No. 4 Ames

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Some of the schools that left the Central Iowa Metropolitan League were hoping to be more competitive in the new Alliance Conference. A few of the individual teams, though, were already very competitive--such as the Ames girls' swimming squad. The Little Cyclones won nine state titles in a span of 11 years before placing second behind Waukee at last … [Read more...] about Ankeny swimmers rack up season-high 3,325 power points in loss to No. 4 Ames

Jaguars get back to full strength, place 7th at conference; Hawks finish 8th

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For the first time in nearly a month, the Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team put its best lineup back together for the CIML Conference meet on Wednesday at Willow Creek. The Jaguars posted a total of 304, their best score in the last five meets, but it was only good enough for a seventh-place finish in the competitive nine-team field. Six schools finished … [Read more...] about Jaguars get back to full strength, place 7th at conference; Hawks finish 8th

‘I knew we could pull through’: Hawkettes rally for five-set victory at Waukee NW

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The Ankeny volleyball team just keeps finding ways to win. The fourth-ranked Hawkettes moved into sole possession of first place in the CIML Conference with a thrilling five-set victory at No. 5 Waukee Northwest on Tuesday. After dropping two of the first three sets, Ankeny rallied for a 13-25, 25-17, 23-25, 25-23, 15-9 win over the Wolves. "You … [Read more...] about ‘I knew we could pull through’: Hawkettes rally for five-set victory at Waukee NW

Ankeny teams turn in strong showings at Rim Rock Farm Classic in Kansas

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Saturday's Rim Rock Farm Classic at the University of Kansas gave both of Ankeny's cross country teams an opportunity to prove themselves against out-of-state competition. The Hawks and Hawkettes passed the test with flying (maroon and gold) colors. The Ankeny girls' squad took second among 32 teams in the Crimson Division. The 11th-ranked Hawkettes … [Read more...] about Ankeny teams turn in strong showings at Rim Rock Farm Classic in Kansas

Ankeny swimmers place 3rd in 6 events, finish 3rd overall at Tiger Tanker Invite

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The Ankeny girls' swimming team had six third-place finishes and also placed third overall in the Tiger Tanker Invitational on Saturday at Valley. The sixth-ranked Hawkettes scored 297 points in the nine-team meet. They finished 36.5 points ahead of No. 7 Valley after losing to the Tigers in a dual meet, 95-91, on Thursday in the same pool. No. 1 … [Read more...] about Ankeny swimmers place 3rd in 6 events, finish 3rd overall at Tiger Tanker Invite

Ankeny’s Palmer commits to play softball at Iowa Central Community College

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Ankeny senior Kennedy Palmer has verbally committed to play softball at Iowa Central Community College. Palmer said the junior college route was the best way for her to go to reach her goals. "Playing for two years and then hopefully being able to go to a bigger school is a goal of mine which is why I thought this would be a good fit for me," said … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Palmer commits to play softball at Iowa Central Community College

‘It felt so good to be back there’: Patton helps Hawks to victory over Roosevelt

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Jamison Patton felt right at home on Friday night at Drake Stadium. So did his Ankeny football teammates. Patton caught four passes for 37 yards against his former team as the third-ranked Hawks built a 28-0 lead and went on to post a 35-18 victory over host Des Moines Roosevelt. He played for the Roughriders last season before transferring to … [Read more...] about ‘It felt so good to be back there’: Patton helps Hawks to victory over Roosevelt

Hawkettes survive five-set thriller vs. Dowling, even season series at 2-2

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Parker Olson stepped behind the service line with a chance to put an end to Thursday's marathon volleyball match against visiting Dowling Catholic. The Ankeny senior didn't let the opportunity go to waste. Olson served an ace for the final point to give the fourth-ranked Hawkettes a 25-10, 25-22, 23-25, 24-26, 15-12 victory over No. 3 Dowling in a CIML … [Read more...] about Hawkettes survive five-set thriller vs. Dowling, even season series at 2-2

Schrader chooses Middle Tennessee St. over Dayton, Nebraska-Omaha

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Ankeny volleyball standout Aowyn Schrader is going to be a Blue Raider. The 6-foot-1 junior outside hitter has verbally committed to play for Middle Tennessee State in Murfreesboro, Tenn. She picked the Blue Raiders over Dayton and Nebraska-Omaha. "It wasn't really a tough decision," said Schrader. "I went to their camp this summer, and I just really … [Read more...] about Schrader chooses Middle Tennessee St. over Dayton, Nebraska-Omaha

‘It was a very spirited, competitive meet’: Valley swimmers edge Ankeny, 95-91

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Thursday's dual meet at the Valley pool between the host Tigers and the Ankeny girls' swimming team came down to the final event. The fifth-ranked Hawkettes held an 87-85 lead going into the 400 freestyle relay, but No. 8 Valley won the race and also got a third-place finish from its 'B' relay to post a 95-91 victory. Ankeny had finished 34 points … [Read more...] about ‘It was a very spirited, competitive meet’: Valley swimmers edge Ankeny, 95-91