The Ankeny girls' soccer team got the help that it needed on Friday. While the fourth-ranked Hawkettes closed out their regular season with a 3-0 victory over visiting Ames, No. 5 Waukee Northwest posted a 1-0 win over No. 3 Ankeny Centennial to forge a likely three-way tie for the CIML Iowa Conference championship. Both Ankeny and Centennial finished … [Read more...] about Hawkettes score late goals to beat Ames, earn share of conference title
Girls' Soccer
Hawkettes edge Waukee Northwest in PKs as Moser makes ‘massive’ saves
During the basketball season, Jasmine Moser played a big defensive role for the Ankeny girls' basketball squad, tying for the team lead in blocked shots with eight. Now, she's playing an even bigger defensive role for the Ankeny girls' soccer team. The junior goalkeeper made nine saves on Tuesday--three of them during a shootout--and the fourth-ranked … [Read more...] about Hawkettes edge Waukee Northwest in PKs as Moser makes ‘massive’ saves
Revive Clinic and Spa Coach of the Month: Simon Brown, Ankeny girls’ soccer
In a top-five showdown at Waukee Northwest, the Hawkettes post a 1-0 victory in a shootout to improve to 14-1 on the season. … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Coach of the Month: Simon Brown, Ankeny girls’ soccer
KEN-SATIONAL!: Goal by Macke in final seconds gives Ankeny dramatic OT win
As the final seconds ticked off the clock during the second overtime of Friday's game at Johnston, the Ankeny girls' soccer team appeared to be headed to a shootout. But senior midfielder Kennedy Macke had other ideas. Macke curved a shot into the goal with about 2 seconds left to give the fourth-ranked Hawkettes a dramatic 1-0 victory in the … [Read more...] about KEN-SATIONAL!: Goal by Macke in final seconds gives Ankeny dramatic OT win
Jaguars, Hawkettes earn No. 1 seeds in Class 3A regional pairings from IGHSAU
The Ankeny Centennial and Ankeny girls' soccer teams have both earned No. 1 seeds in the Class 3A regional pairings that were announced Friday by the Iowa Girls' High School Athletic Union. The third-ranked Jaguars (11-2) will host either Des Moines East (3-10) or Des Moines North (1-10) in a Region 3 semifinal on May 24 at 6 p.m. The Scarlets will play a … [Read more...] about Jaguars, Hawkettes earn No. 1 seeds in Class 3A regional pairings from IGHSAU
Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 181
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America, senior soccer standouts Kennedy Macke and Lucas Newhard of Ankeny join the Ankeny Centennial duo of Ella Becker and Quinn Geiger in breaking down the annual Jag-Hawk matchups. … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 181
No. 2 Hawkettes, No. 4 Jaguars each finish 3-0 at Tournament of Champions
Another dominant weekend by the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer teams sets up a huge showdown between the crosstown rivals on Tuesday for Jag-Hawk supremacy. Second-ranked Ankeny and No. 4 Centennial each went 3-0 on Friday and Saturday in the Tournament of Champions at Burlington. The Hawkettes are now 12-0 and still have yet to allow a goal … [Read more...] about No. 2 Hawkettes, No. 4 Jaguars each finish 3-0 at Tournament of Champions
Freshman shines on Senior Night, leads Ankeny girls past Mason City
It was a successful Senior Night for the Ankeny girls' soccer team. The second-ranked Hawkettes defeated visiting Mason City, 4-0, in a CIML Iowa Conference game on Tuesday. Most of Ankeny's starting lineup consisted of seniors. "We were able to start seven seniors and get all the seniors in the program playing time," said Ankeny coach Simon … [Read more...] about Freshman shines on Senior Night, leads Ankeny girls past Mason City
After setting school record in 800, Macke gets hat trick in Hawkettes’ 8-0 win
Alli Macke didn't have much time to celebrate her school record in the 800-meter run. About 24 hours after breaking that mark during the Jaguar Invitational at Ankeny Stadium, Macke scored three goals on Friday to lead the Ankeny girls' soccer team to an 8-0 victory over visiting Indianola in a non-conference game. "She's had a cool couple of days," … [Read more...] about After setting school record in 800, Macke gets hat trick in Hawkettes’ 8-0 win
Hawkettes spread ball around, get 2 goals from 4 different players in road win
Emma Gott, Avery Matthews, Liz Proctor and Eden Gibson each scored a pair of goals and the second-ranked Ankeny girls' soccer team rolled to a 10-0 victory at Marshalltown in a CIML Iowa Conference game on Tuesday. Allie Heller and Brooke Harrington each added a goal for the Hawkettes, who improved to 2-0 in the conference and 7-0 overall. Marshalltown's … [Read more...] about Hawkettes spread ball around, get 2 goals from 4 different players in road win
Ankeny girls beat No. 5 Dowling Catholic for their 6th consecutive shutout
In its first six games, the Ankeny girls' soccer team has found a winning formula. Don't give up any goals. Find the net at least one time. Celebrate a victory. "If we're not conceding goals, we only have to score one and then we're winning games," said Ankeny coach Simon Brown. The second-ranked Hawkettes improved to 6-0 by defeating No. 5 Dowling … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls beat No. 5 Dowling Catholic for their 6th consecutive shutout
PITCH PERFECT: No. 2 Hawkettes remain unbeaten, have yet to allow a goal
For the second time in three days, the Ankeny girls' soccer players spent more time on the bus than they did on the pitch. The second-ranked Hawkettes romped to a 12-0 victory on Thursday at Fort Dodge in their CIML Iowa Conference opener. The game ended at halftime via the mercy rule. On Tuesday, Ankeny posted a 10-0 win at Ottumwa that ended in the … [Read more...] about PITCH PERFECT: No. 2 Hawkettes remain unbeaten, have yet to allow a goal
GOTT(CHA) COVERED: Depleted Ankeny stays perfect behind soph’s hat trick
The Ankeny girls' soccer team played without several varsity regulars on Tuesday night. It turns out that the second-ranked Hawkettes didn't need them. Ankeny got a hat trick from sophomore midfielder Emma Gott and rolled to a 10-0 victory at Ottumwa in a non-conference game. "We had 11 full-time varsity players (available) due to injuries, sickness … [Read more...] about GOTT(CHA) COVERED: Depleted Ankeny stays perfect behind soph’s hat trick
Ankeny girls post another shutout, have yet to allow a goal in their 3-0 start
The sheet remains clean for the Ankeny girls' soccer team. The second-ranked Hawkettes posted a 3-0 victory over visiting Southeast Polk in a non-conference game on Tuesday. It was their third consecutive shutout to open the season. "We returned the whole back line and our keeper from last year," said Ankeny coach Simon Brown. "They're great players, … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls post another shutout, have yet to allow a goal in their 3-0 start
No. 2 Ankeny girls blank Waukee, No. 5 C.B. Lincoln at Crosstown Invitational
The second-ranked Ankeny girls' soccer team is off to an impressive 2-0 start. The Hawkettes opened their season on Friday with a 3-0 victory over Waukee, then followed with a 1-0 win over No. 5 Council Bluffs Lincoln on Saturday. Both games were part of the Crosstown Invitational. "It was a good weekend," said Ankeny coach Simon Brown. "We had some … [Read more...] about No. 2 Ankeny girls blank Waukee, No. 5 C.B. Lincoln at Crosstown Invitational
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Kennedy Macke, Ankeny girls’ soccer
Senior midfielder Kennedy Macke is one of eight returning starters for the Ankeny girls' soccer team. She helped the Hawkettes to a 14-5 record and a second-place finish in Class 3A last season. Macke scored five goals and had 10 assists. She was named to the Class 3A all-state second team and was a unanimous pick to the CIML Iowa Conference first … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Kennedy Macke, Ankeny girls’ soccer
Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 176
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America, girls' soccer coaches Chris Allen of Ankeny Centennial and Simon Brown of Ankeny along with Ankeny Activities Director Andy Umthun join Ankeny Fanatic publisher Dan Holm to discuss this weekend's Crosstown Invitational and the community's effort to break the … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 176
Hawkettes return 8 starters, will seek 4th straight appearance in 3A title game
For much of the 2021 season, the Ankeny girls' soccer team flew under the radar. That won't be the case this year. The Hawkettes return eight starters from a team that posted a 14-5 record and advanced to the Class 3A championship game before dropping a 1-0 decision to Valley. It was Ankeny's third consecutive appearance in the title game. "We have … [Read more...] about Hawkettes return 8 starters, will seek 4th straight appearance in 3A title game
Ankeny’s Foels chooses soccer over volleyball, will play for Loras College
Ankeny senior Maddie Foels is a strong defender on the soccer field and on the volleyball court. She could have elected to play either sport at the collegiate level, but she decided that her future was on the pitch. Foels has verbally committed to play soccer for Loras College. She announced her decision via Twitter on Sunday. "I'm beyond excited to … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Foels chooses soccer over volleyball, will play for Loras College
Central Bank Athlete of the Month: Megan Gray, Minnesota senior
The former Ankeny Centennial soccer star played a key role in the Gophers' 1-0 victory at Drake. … [Read more...] about Central Bank Athlete of the Month: Megan Gray, Minnesota senior