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‘The girls got a wake-up call’: Hawkettes dominate but lose at Cedar Falls, 1-0

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On paper, the Cedar Falls girls' soccer team didn't appear to be a dangerous side heading into Monday's non-conference matchup against visiting Ankeny. The Tigers had been outscored, 8-2, while losing three of their first four games. Fourth-ranked Ankeny, meanwhile, was riding a four-game winning streak, including a victory over defending Class 3A state … [Read more...] about ‘The girls got a wake-up call’: Hawkettes dominate but lose at Cedar Falls, 1-0

‘This young group is improving’: No. 4 Hawkettes roll to 7-1 win at C.R. Prairie

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Emma Gott and Alli Macke each scored a pair of goals to lead the fourth-ranked Ankeny girls' soccer team to a 7-1 victory at Cedar Rapids Prairie in a non-conference game on Friday. The Hawkettes built a 4-0 halftime lead and cruised to the win, raising their overall record to 4-1. Prairie dropped to 2-3. "We were happy to get all 20 varsity girls … [Read more...] about ‘This young group is improving’: No. 4 Hawkettes roll to 7-1 win at C.R. Prairie

GOTT A WIN: Senior’s golden goal allows Hawkettes to beat defending champs

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Ankeny girls' soccer coach Simon Brown isn't a big fan of shootouts to decide Iowa high school games during the regular season. His distaste for them only grew after the Hawkettes lost to Dallas Center-Grimes in a marathon shootout in their season opener on March 29. On Tuesday, fifth-ranked Ankeny appeared to be headed to another shootout against … [Read more...] about GOTT A WIN: Senior’s golden goal allows Hawkettes to beat defending champs

Macke scores on free kick to give Ankeny girls 1-0 victory at No. 3 Waukee

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A matchup between two of the state's top five girls' soccer teams in Class 3A was decided by a lone goal. Alli Macke scored on a free kick in the second half and fifth-ranked Ankeny went on to post a 1-0 victory at No. 3 Waukee in the CIML Conference opener for both squads on Friday. "The ball went off the bar, and the linesman called the goal," said … [Read more...] about Macke scores on free kick to give Ankeny girls 1-0 victory at No. 3 Waukee

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Emma Gott, Ankeny girls’ soccer

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Senior forward/midfielder Emma Gott scored three goals to lead the Ankeny girls' soccer team to a 4-0 victory over visiting Ames in the Crosstown Invitational on Saturday. The fourth-ranked Hawkettes evened their record at 1-1 after losing to No. 1 Dallas Center-Grimes, the two-time defending Class 2A state champion, in a marathon shootout, 3-2, on … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Emma Gott, Ankeny girls’ soccer

Hawkettes drop marathon shootout to Dallas Center-Grimes, then rout Ames

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Emma Gott and the Ankeny girls' soccer team didn't dwell on Friday's loss to Dallas Center-Grimes. The Hawkettes didn't have time to do so. Gott recorded a hat trick and fourth-ranked Ankeny evened its record at 1-1 with a 4-0 victory over visiting Ames in the Crosstown Invitational on Saturday. "Our bodies were tired, but we came out wanting to … [Read more...] about Hawkettes drop marathon shootout to Dallas Center-Grimes, then rout Ames

Ankeny girls return 7 all-CIML players from team that allowed just 3 goals

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After allowing just three goals last season, the Ankeny girls' soccer team will return some of the key parts of its defensive unit. Senior Elizabeth Proctor, junior Sophie Loeffler and sophomore Avery Taylor all started on the back line for a squad that posted a 12-4-1 record and advanced to the Class 3A state tournament. They are among the Hawkettes' … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls return 7 all-CIML players from team that allowed just 3 goals

GOTT IT: Ankeny senior verbally commits to play soccer at St. Cloud State

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Ankeny senior Emma Gott found what she was looking for at St. Cloud State, where she will play soccer for the Huskies next year. "I visited a few schools, but when I walked onto St. Cloud State’s campus it felt like home," said Gott. "It wasn’t a tough decision for me because they have an amazing nursing program, which is what I plan on majoring in. Their … [Read more...] about GOTT IT: Ankeny senior verbally commits to play soccer at St. Cloud State

‘I knew I wanted to go there’: Loeffler commits to play soccer at St. Cloud State

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Ankeny girls' soccer standout Sophie Loeffler has verbally committed to St. Cloud State. Loeffler, a junior defender, announced her decision via social media on Friday. "Beyond blessed to announce my commitment to continue my academic & soccer career at St. Cloud State University!" she tweeted. "I’m very thankful to my family, coaches, teammates, … [Read more...] about ‘I knew I wanted to go there’: Loeffler commits to play soccer at St. Cloud State

‘I’m so blessed to have this opportunity!’: Macke to play soccer for Hawkeyes

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Ankeny girls' soccer standout Alli Macke has verbally committed to play for Iowa, beginning in 2025. Macke announced her decision via social media on Sunday. "I am so excited to announce my commitment to play soccer at the University of Iowa!!" Macke tweeted. "A huge thank you to my family, coaches, and teammates for all the amazing support! I’m so … [Read more...] about ‘I’m so blessed to have this opportunity!’: Macke to play soccer for Hawkeyes

Bergan, Pennington, Pitz earn first-team honors in CIML Conference

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Ankeny Centennial standouts Kate Bergan and Alanna Pennington have been named to the CIML Conference first team along with Ankeny star Jenna Pitz by a vote of the league's coaches. Pennington was previously a two-time first-team pick in the CIML Iowa Conference, while Bergan and Pitz were both honored last year before both schools joined the new nine-team … [Read more...] about Bergan, Pennington, Pitz earn first-team honors in CIML Conference

Moser, Pennington earn repeat all-state honors from Girls’ Coaches Association

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Soccer standouts Jasmine Moser of Ankeny and Alanna Pennington of Ankeny Centennial were both repeat selections to the Class 3A all-state first team by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. They were joined on the squad by Jenna Pitz of Ankeny. Moser, a senior goalkeeper, made 45 saves while helping Ankeny to a 12-4-1 record. The Hawkettes qualified for … [Read more...] about Moser, Pennington earn repeat all-state honors from Girls’ Coaches Association

Pennington named to Class 3A all-state first team for second straight year

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Ankeny Centennial senior Alanna Pennington has been named to the Class 3A all-state first team for the second straight year by the Iowa High School Soccer Coaches Association. Pennington, a midfielder, led the Jaguars to a 10-7-1 record and a state tournament appearance. She paced her team with nine goals, seven assists and 25 points. Pennington was … [Read more...] about Pennington named to Class 3A all-state first team for second straight year

Centennial trio, Ankeny duo named to 3A West squad by Girls’ Coaches Association

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Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer standouts Cady Compton, Alanna Pennington and Averi Porter have been named to the Class 3A West all-district team along with Ankeny stars Jasmine Moser and Jenna Pitz. The five seniors were honored by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Pitz, a defender, and Moser, a goalkeeper, were the leaders of one of the state's top … [Read more...] about Centennial trio, Ankeny duo named to 3A West squad by Girls’ Coaches Association

No. 2 Hawkettes close out injury-riddled season with 1-0 loss to Dowling Catholic

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All season long, the Ankeny girls' soccer team overcame a rash of injuries to again boast one of the state's best defensive units, eventually earning a sixth consecutive trip to the state tournament. On Wednesday at Cownie Park, the injury bug hit the Hawkettes one more time. Second-ranked Ankeny lost starting defender Elizabeth Proctor to a likely … [Read more...] about No. 2 Hawkettes close out injury-riddled season with 1-0 loss to Dowling Catholic

Depleted Hawkettes beat Urbandale again, earn another trip to state tourney

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Despite losing another key player to an injury, the Ankeny girls' soccer team is headed back to the Class 3A state tournament. The second-ranked Hawkettes, who lost co-leading scorer Camryn Dietz to a torn retina two days earlier, posted a 3-0 victory over No. 12 Urbandale in a regional final on Thursday at Ankeny. They advanced to state for the fourth … [Read more...] about Depleted Hawkettes beat Urbandale again, earn another trip to state tourney

Hawkettes survive tussle with Ames, will host Urbandale in regional final

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The Ankeny girls' soccer team got a tougher-than-expected matchup in its postseason opener. The second-ranked Hawkettes defeated visiting Ames, 2-0, in a Class 3A regional semifinal on Tuesday. The Little Cyclones finished the season with a 10-9 mark. "I think they got screwed with their seed--they're not a 4 seed," said Ankeny coach Simon Brown. "And … [Read more...] about Hawkettes survive tussle with Ames, will host Urbandale in regional final

Macke records hat trick, leads Ankeny girls past Iowa City West on Senior Night

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Alli Macke recorded a hat trick and the Ankeny girls' soccer team erupted for five goals in the second half to post a 5-0 victory over visiting Iowa City West in a non-conference game on Monday. The fourth-ranked Hawkettes finished the regular season with a 10-3-1 record. "We challenged the girls to have more conviction and passion the second half, and … [Read more...] about Macke records hat trick, leads Ankeny girls past Iowa City West on Senior Night

Pritchard-to-Pitz connection gives Hawkettes 1-0 victory over No. 2 Valley

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Jenna Pitz and the Ankeny girls' soccer team appear to be peaking at the right time. Pitz scored the game's only goal in the first half and the fourth-ranked Hawkettes went on to beat visiting Valley, 1-0, in the CIML Conference finale for both teams on Friday. The No. 2 Tigers were held scoreless for only the second time this season. "It's a really … [Read more...] about Pritchard-to-Pitz connection gives Hawkettes 1-0 victory over No. 2 Valley