The new head coach of the Ankeny boys' tennis team is already familiar with the Hawks' program. Ron Miller has been hired to replace Steve Smith, who resigned from his position to become the head coach of the Ankeny girls' squad. Miller and Smith are longtime friends. "We've been playing tennis together for about 10 years," Miller said. "Steve … [Read more...] about Miller replaces longtime friend Smith as Ankeny boys’ tennis coach
Boys' Tennis
Ankeny boys’ tennis coach Smith to replace girls’ coach Owens
The timing was just right for Ankeny girls' tennis coach Katie Owens to step down from her position. It was also the perfect time for Ankeny boys' coach Steve Smith to replace her. Smith has been named the successor to Owens, who coached the Hawkettes from 2014-20. He will now get an opportunity to coach his daughter, Kira, who is currently an eighth … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys’ tennis coach Smith to replace girls’ coach Owens
Ankeny Fanatic announces its all-time Ankeny boys’ tennis team
The Ankeny boys' tennis program dates back to the early 1970s. The biggest highlight for the Hawks over the last 50 years came nearly two decades ago. In 2003, head coach Dennis Hoefle guided Ankeny to the best season in school history. The Hawks advanced to the state team tournament for the first time ever and went on to capture the Class 2A … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic announces its all-time Ankeny boys’ tennis team
Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Cade Davis, Ankeny boys’ tennis
Senior Cade Davis is the top returning player for the Ankeny boys' tennis team. The Wartburg recruit was the squad's No. 1 singles player as a junior, helping the Hawks to a 3-9 record. Davis was also a member of the Ankeny boys' basketball team. The Hawks captured the Class 4A state title last month. Here is some inside info on Davis: We've had … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Cade Davis, Ankeny boys’ tennis
Revive Clinic and Spa Preps of the Week: Cameron Bush and Ryan Lofgren
Ankeny Centennial junior Ryan Lofgren has earned a second consecutive trip to the state doubles tournament, while senior Cameron Bush helped the Ankeny boys' tennis team to a third-place finish in a district tournament on Friday at Johnston. Lofgren teamed up with Samson Densmore to win the district title at Ankeny. They defeated Dowling Catholic's Jack … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Preps of the Week: Cameron Bush and Ryan Lofgren