The Waukee boys' tennis team entered Thursday's meet at Ankeny on a long winning streak. The Warriors then posted their sixth consecutive victory by defeating Ankeny, 9-2, at the Prairie Ridge courts. "They're especially tough at the 1 through 4 spots," Ankeny coach Randy Daniels said of Waukee. "And the conditions weren't great. The wind was tough, … [Read more...] about Red-hot Warriors top Ankeny boys for 6th straight win
Boys' Tennis
Ankeny boys blank Fort Dodge, 11-0
After a couple of tough losses, the Ankeny boys' tennis team bounced back in a big way on Tuesday. The Hawks romped to an 11-0 victory at Fort Dodge in a non-conference meet. They improved to 3-2 on the season, while the Dodgers' record fell to 1-4. Ankeny won all six of the singles matches in straight sets. Logan Scheer at the No. 1 spot and Andrew … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys blank Fort Dodge, 11-0
Ellis, one of state’s top players, leads Ames to 7-4 win over Hawks
About the only thing separating the Ankeny and Ames boys' tennis teams on Monday was the play of the Little Cyclones' Timmy Ellis. Ellis dominated both of his matches as the host Little Cyclones posted a 7-4 victory in the CIML Central Conference dual meet. "Timmy is one of the best in the state and has a very good shot at the singles title," said … [Read more...] about Ellis, one of state’s top players, leads Ames to 7-4 win over Hawks
Hawks post 11-0 shutout over East, improve to 2-0
The Ankeny boys' tennis team lost only two sets en route to an 11-0 victory over visiting Des Moines East on Tuesday. The Hawks improved their record to 2-0. The Scarlets dropped to 1-3. "I was happy with the way our guys came out and played," said Ankeny coach Randy Daniels. "If they fell behind, they just did what it took to get back on … [Read more...] about Hawks post 11-0 shutout over East, improve to 2-0
Hawks open season–finally–with win over S.E. Polk
The wait was worth it for the Ankeny boys' tennis team. After having their first three meets of the season either postponed or cancelled due to bad weather, the Hawks finally got a chance to compete on Thursday. And they made the most of it, posting a 9-2 victory over visiting Southeast Polk in a CIML Central Conference dual meet. "I was pretty pleased … [Read more...] about Hawks open season–finally–with win over S.E. Polk
Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Logan Scheer, Ankeny boys’ tennis
Logan Scheer is the Ankeny Fanatic prep of the week sponsored by Revive Clinic and Spa. The senior is the top returning player for the Ankeny boys' tennis team. Scheer helped the Hawks to a 6-6 record last year. He placed fourth in singles at a Class 2A district tournament. Here is some inside info on Scheer: How are the practices going thus … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Logan Scheer, Ankeny boys’ tennis
Hawks look to build upon last year’s 6-6 record
The Ankeny boys' tennis program has gradually improved since the split into two high schools five years ago. After going winless in 2014 and 2015, the Hawks posted three victories in 2016 before finishing with a 6-6 record last year, including a 2-3 mark in the CIML Central Conference. Six varsity regulars are back for coach Randy Daniels, who was named … [Read more...] about Hawks look to build upon last year’s 6-6 record
Ankeny boys’ tennis coach Randy Daniels talks about the upcoming season
Thanks to some decent weather, the Hawks have been practicing outside every day in preparation for their season opener. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXELhlp4VyU … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys’ tennis coach Randy Daniels talks about the upcoming season