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Hawkettes, Jaguars seeking consistency after Tournament of Champions

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The results on the field were not the biggest concern for the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer teams as both squads played in the Tournament of Champions on Friday and Saturday at Bettendorf. For the fourth-ranked Hawkettes, the games seemed irrelevant after junior midfielder Allie Heller suffered a broken leg during the first half of Friday's … [Read more...] about Hawkettes, Jaguars seeking consistency after Tournament of Champions

‘We need to play better’: Hawkettes tumble to No. 1 Waukee Northwest

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The Ankeny girls' soccer team is hoping to get another shot at top-ranked Waukee Northwest. The Wolves remained unbeaten with a 2-0 victory at No. 6 Ankeny on Tuesday. They also moved closer to the CIML Conference title, improving to 5-0 in the league and 9-0 overall. The Hawkettes' records dropped to 3-2 and 6-2. "We know what we have to improve … [Read more...] about ‘We need to play better’: Hawkettes tumble to No. 1 Waukee Northwest

Hawkettes shut down Dowling Catholic, Anliker for 2-0 road victory

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The back line for the Ankeny girls' soccer team faced its biggest test of the season on Thursday. The Hawkettes were up to the challenge. Sixth-ranked Ankeny held Dowling Catholic striker Ella Anliker without a goal and defeated the No. 5 Maroons, 2-0, in a CIML Conference game at Dowling. "With players like Ella, she's a difference-maker," said … [Read more...] about Hawkettes shut down Dowling Catholic, Anliker for 2-0 road victory

Hawkettes erupt for 4 goals in final 40 minutes to win on road at S.E. Polk

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The Ankeny girls' soccer team had to wait more than a week to get back on the field after suffering its first loss of the season. The eighth-ranked Hawkettes returned to action on Tuesday and used a dominant second half to post a 4-0 victory at Southeast Polk. They scored all four of their goals in the final 40 minutes to hand the Rams their third … [Read more...] about Hawkettes erupt for 4 goals in final 40 minutes to win on road at S.E. Polk

Hawkettes take ‘punch to the throat’, tumble at Johnston in penalty kicks

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After Friday's win over Waukee, Ankeny girls' soccer coach Simon Brown said his team wouldn't have any easy games this season in the CIML Conference. If Monday's contest at Johnston was any indication, he was right. The ninth-ranked Dragons entered the game with a 0-2 record, but they battled No. 2 Ankeny for 100 scoreless minutes before winning a … [Read more...] about Hawkettes take ‘punch to the throat’, tumble at Johnston in penalty kicks

Another 1-0 decision: Paoli’s goal allows No. 2 Hawkettes to edge Waukee

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Friday's matchup at the Ankeny High School soccer field featured a pair of girls' teams that had yet to allow a goal this season. It's not surprising that one goal was enough to determine the outcome. Freshman Ava Paoli found the net early in the second half and second-ranked Ankeny went on to defeat visiting Waukee, 1-0, in a CIML Conference … [Read more...] about Another 1-0 decision: Paoli’s goal allows No. 2 Hawkettes to edge Waukee

Hawkettes stay perfect with wins over C.B. Lincoln, Ames at Crosstown Invite

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Despite some cold and windy weather, the Ankeny girls' soccer team remained unbeaten with a pair of victories this weekend in the Crosstown Invitational on its home turf. The second-ranked Hawkettes defeated No. 7 Council Bluffs Lincoln, 1-0, on Friday. They then followed with a 2-0 win over Ames on Saturday to raise their record to 3-0. Ankeny has yet … [Read more...] about Hawkettes stay perfect with wins over C.B. Lincoln, Ames at Crosstown Invite

SOCCERTOWN: Centennial, Ankeny girls are 1-2 in first Class 3A rankings of 2023

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Defending champion Ankeny Centennial and Ankeny are ranked 1-2 in the first Class 3A girls' soccer rankings of the season. The Jaguars (1-0) opened their season on Tuesday with a 10-0 victory over visiting Carlisle. The Hawkettes (1-0) posted a 1-0 overtime win at North Polk, the No. 3 team in Class 2A. Ankeny and Centennial met in the Class 3A … [Read more...] about SOCCERTOWN: Centennial, Ankeny girls are 1-2 in first Class 3A rankings of 2023

Freshman scores game-winner in OT, Close posts shutout in Ankeny’s victory

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A couple of newcomers helped the Ankeny girls' soccer team to a season-opening victory on Tuesday. Freshman Sydney Van Houweling scored the game-winning goal in overtime to give the Hawkettes a 1-0 triumph at North Polk in a non-conference contest. She found the net with a blast from about 20 yards out in the final minute of the first extra … [Read more...] about Freshman scores game-winner in OT, Close posts shutout in Ankeny’s victory

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Jasmine Moser, Ankeny girls’ soccer

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Senior goalkeeper Jasmine Moser is one of seven returning starters for the Ankeny girls' soccer team. She made 49 saves as a junior while helping the Hawkettes to an 18-2 record in 2022. Moser was named to the Class 3A all-state first team by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. She received all-state honorable mention from the Iowa High School Soccer … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Jasmine Moser, Ankeny girls’ soccer

Hawkettes return 7 starters from team that conceded only 2 goals in 2022

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With the return of senior goalkeeper Jasmine Moser, the Ankeny girls' soccer team will likely boast another formidable defensive unit in 2023. The Hawkettes posted an 18-2 record a year ago and allowed just two goals all season. They advanced to the semifinals of the Class 3A state tournament before falling to Council Bluffs Lincoln, 1-0, in … [Read more...] about Hawkettes return 7 starters from team that conceded only 2 goals in 2022

Ankeny star Gibson named to United Soccer Coaches All-North Region team

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During the season, senior Eden Gibson was the leader of a defensive unit that resembled a brick wall, allowing just two goals during the entire girls' soccer campaign. Now, the Ankeny standout has been rewarded for her efforts. Gibson has been named to the 2022 United Soccer Coaches All-North Region team. She was joined on the squad by senior defender … [Read more...] about Ankeny star Gibson named to United Soccer Coaches All-North Region team

Kovacs again named to IHSSCA all-state first team; 5 others also honored

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It's been a storybook senior season for Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer standout Courtney Kovacs. Earlier this month, Kovacs led the Jaguars to the Class 3A state championship and was named captain of the all-tournament team. She was a repeat pick to the Class 3A all-state first team by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Now, Kovacs has been honored … [Read more...] about Kovacs again named to IHSSCA all-state first team; 5 others also honored

Ankeny trio, Centennial duo named to Class 3A all-state first team by IGCA

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Eden Gibson of Ankeny and Courtney Kovacs of Ankeny Centennial were the leaders of two of the top girls' soccer defensive units in the state. Now, the two seniors have been recognized for their efforts by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Gibson and Kovacs were both repeat selections to the Class 3A all-state first team. They were joined on the … [Read more...] about Ankeny trio, Centennial duo named to Class 3A all-state first team by IGCA

Kovacs, Macke, Gibson repeat as unanimous picks to all-CIML team

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The state champion Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team placed four players on the CIML Iowa Conference first team, while Class 3A semifinalist Ankeny led the league with five first-team selections. Senior midfielders Courtney Kovacs of Centennial and Kennedy Macke of Ankeny were both unanimous picks for the second straight year. Senior defender Eden … [Read more...] about Kovacs, Macke, Gibson repeat as unanimous picks to all-CIML team

‘We didn’t do enough to win’: Hawkettes end season with OT loss to C.B. Lincoln

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Ankeny girls' soccer coach Simon Brown was left in a state of shock. His players were stunned as well. The third-ranked Hawkettes saw their season come to a bitter end on Thursday at Cownie Park, where Council Bluffs Lincoln's Hanna Schimmer scored the golden goal in overtime to give the No. 2 Lynx a 1-0 victory in the semifinals of the Class 3A state … [Read more...] about ‘We didn’t do enough to win’: Hawkettes end season with OT loss to C.B. Lincoln

Matthews scores winning goal, then gets sweaty hugs as Hawkettes advance

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Most people don't like sweaty hugs. Ankeny senior Avery Matthews doesn't seem to mind them, though. Matthews scored the game's only goal in the 76th minute and the third-ranked Hawkettes defeated No. 7 Pleasant Valley, 1-0, in the quarterfinals of the girls' Class 3A state soccer tournament on Tuesday at Cownie Park. "It was incredible," Matthews … [Read more...] about Matthews scores winning goal, then gets sweaty hugs as Hawkettes advance

‘The girls were fantastic’: Hawkettes top Cedar Falls, earn 5th straight trip to state

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Kennedy Macke grabbed the state qualifier banner from Ankeny Activities Director Andy Umthun and held it high above her head as her Ankeny girls' soccer teammates screamed with joy. The ultimate prize that Macke wants, though, is the Class 3A championship trophy. "With being on the wrong side of the final last year, there's no lack of motivation in … [Read more...] about ‘The girls were fantastic’: Hawkettes top Cedar Falls, earn 5th straight trip to state