The Ankeny boys' track team won the sprint medley relay at the DouBrava Invitational on Tuesday at Urbandale. That was the lone victory of the night for the Hawks, who posted a time of 1:35.92. They finished .15 seconds ahead of Des Moines Roosevelt. The winning team consisted of Max Smith, Nick Scherle, Brody Brecht and Anyoun Anyoun. They posted the … [Read more...] about Hawks win sprint medley relay at DouBrava Invitational
Spring
Hawkettes get wins from Sidney, 4×1 and 4×2 relays at Ames
Tuesday's Hi Covey Relays in Ames provided an opportunity for the Ankeny girls' track athletes to test themselves. The Hawkettes placed fourth in the eight-team field with 118.5 points. They finished behind three of the top teams in Class 4A. Southeast Polk won the meet with 163 points. Cedar Falls was second with 143.5, edging the host Little Cyclones … [Read more...] about Hawkettes get wins from Sidney, 4×1 and 4×2 relays at Ames
Ankeny girls’ team shows improvement despite 11-0 loss at Valley
Ankeny girls' tennis coach Katie Owens always tries to look on the bright side, even after a tough loss. That was the case again on Tuesday, when the Hawkettes dropped an 11-0 decision at Valley. "I love watching the girls improve at every match," said Owens, whose team fell to 1-2 on the season. "It was a beautiful night for tennis." Here are the … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls’ team shows improvement despite 11-0 loss at Valley
Webb places 3rd, Hawkettes finish 4th at Urbandale Invitational
The Ankeny girls' golf team earned a fourth-place finish in the Urbandale Invitational on Monday at the Urbandale Golf and Country Club. Johnston shot a 198 to capture the team title, finishing four strokes ahead of Ames. Newton placed third in the five-team field with a 214, followed by Ankeny (217) and Urbandale (226). "Overall, I was happy with the … [Read more...] about Webb places 3rd, Hawkettes finish 4th at Urbandale Invitational
Smith, Sindt race to victories at Eastern Iowa Track and Field Festival
The Ankeny boys' track team came away with a pair of victories in the Eastern Iowa Track & Field Festival on Saturday in Iowa City. The meet featured some of the state's top track athletes. Max Smith raced to a victory in the 100. He posted a time of 10.92 seconds. Distance standout Tim Sindt captured the 1,600 in 4:24.40. He pulled away to defeat … [Read more...] about Smith, Sindt race to victories at Eastern Iowa Track and Field Festival
Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Kolby Raineri, Ankeny boys’ soccer
Senior midfielder Kolby Raineri is one of four returning starters for the Ankeny boys' soccer team. The Hawks will take a 0-2 record into Tuesday's home opener against Mason City. Raineri scored 20 goals and had nine assists last season, when he led Ankeny to a 17-5 record and a third-place finish in the Class 3A state tournament. He was named to the … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Kolby Raineri, Ankeny boys’ soccer
McCann, Ferree both win twice in Hawks’ 7-4 loss to Dowling Catholic
The Ankeny boys' tennis team got two wins apiece from Jake McCann and Ian Ferree, but it wasn't enough as the Hawks dropped a 7-4 decision at Dowling Catholic in their CIML Central Conference opener on Thursday. The Maroons won four of the six singles matches and three of the five doubles contests. Both teams were without three of their varsity … [Read more...] about McCann, Ferree both win twice in Hawks’ 7-4 loss to Dowling Catholic
Hawkettes drop 11-0 decision to Dowling in Central Conference opener
A fairly strong wind created some havoc on Thursday for the Ankeny girls' tennis team. The Hawkettes' opponent created even more problems. Visiting Dowling Catholic won all 11 matches in straight sets and rolled to an 11-0 victory at the Prairie Ridge courts. It was the CIML Central Conference opener for Ankeny, which dropped to 1-1 overall. "The … [Read more...] about Hawkettes drop 11-0 decision to Dowling in Central Conference opener
Ankeny golfers top Maroons for first conference win under Hagarty
Wednesday was a memorable day for the Ankeny girls' golf team. The Hawkettes opened their season with a 215-228 victory over Dowling Catholic in a CIML Central Conference dual meet at Blank Golf Course. "This was our first conference win since I have been the head coach," said Seth Hagarty, who took over the program last year. "I am so excited for the … [Read more...] about Ankeny golfers top Maroons for first conference win under Hagarty
After falling to Valley, Hawks show perseverance in win over Ottumwa
The Ankeny boys' tennis team will take a 1-1 record into Thursday's dual meet at Dowling Catholic. The Hawks opened their season on Tuesday by splitting a pair of matches at Ottumwa. They dropped a 9-2 decision to Valley before posting a 10-1 victory over the host Bulldogs. “Coach Feve and I saw our team really come together and grow in this dual … [Read more...] about After falling to Valley, Hawks show perseverance in win over Ottumwa
‘Awesome singles wins’ help Hawkettes to 6-3 triumph over Ottumwa
The Ankeny girls' tennis team ran out of daylight on Tuesday night. Fortunately for the Hawkettes, they had already wrapped up a season-opening victory. Ankeny posted a 6-3 win over visiting Ottumwa at the Prairie Ridge courts. The No. 1 and 2 doubles matches had yet to be completed when the meet was called off at 8:10 p.m. "We just couldn't finish … [Read more...] about ‘Awesome singles wins’ help Hawkettes to 6-3 triumph over Ottumwa
Hawkettes overcome slow start, romp to 4-0 victory over Urbandale
It was a tale of two halves on Tuesday night at the Ankeny High School soccer field. After battling 10th-ranked Urbandale to a scoreless tie in the first half, the No. 4 Ankeny girls' team racked up four goals in the second half to post a 4-0 victory in its debut under new head coach Simon Brown. "The girls were electric in the second half," said … [Read more...] about Hawkettes overcome slow start, romp to 4-0 victory over Urbandale
Hawkettes, Jaguars turn in strong performances at Waukee Invitational
The Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial girls' track teams tuned up for Thursday's Hawkette Relays with some strong performances at the Waukee Invitational on Tuesday. The meet was not scored, although team points were kept in the relay events for the Hy-Vee Cup. Waukee won the competition with 56 points. Ankeny tied for fourth in the 12-team field with 29 … [Read more...] about Hawkettes, Jaguars turn in strong performances at Waukee Invitational
Blimpie Sub of the Week: Acacia Biehl, Ankeny girls’ soccer
Junior Acacia Biehls is a member of the Ankeny girls' soccer team. "She will play a big role for us this year," said Ankeny coach Simon Brown. "She can play a number of positions and will be a great role player for us. She was ever-present in the winter months, open gyms, open workouts, and in the leadership committee." The fourth-ranked Hawkettes … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Acacia Biehl, Ankeny girls’ soccer
Windy conditions, questionable calls result in 0-2 start for Hawks
The weather conditions on Saturday in Iowa City were not ideal for playing soccer. The results for the Ankeny boys' team were not much better. The Hawks opened their season with a pair of losses in the Iowa City West Invitational. They dropped a 2-0 decision to Iowa City West in their opening game, then fell to Iowa City High, 2-1, in a … [Read more...] about Windy conditions, questionable calls result in 0-2 start for Hawks
Hawkettes look to improve with return of all 6 varsity regulars
If experience helps, then the Ankeny girls' golf team should improve significantly this season. All six of the varsity regulars are back from a team that posted a 0-5 dual-meet record last year. "We did not graduate anyone," said Ankeny coach Seth Hagarty. "We have set a few goals as a whole team for the season, but more specifically the girls have … [Read more...] about Hawkettes look to improve with return of all 6 varsity regulars
Ankeny boys’ soccer team to again rely on high-scoring duo of Raineri, Pritchard
There's a reason why Ankeny boys' soccer coach Jordan Burns is optimistic about the upcoming season. The Hawks boast an offensive attack that few teams around the state can match. "Our strength this season is going to be our offense," said Burns. "Kolby Raineri and Charlie Pritchard scored over 40 goals between them last season. In my opinion, they are … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys’ soccer team to again rely on high-scoring duo of Raineri, Pritchard
Growing Hawkettes’ tennis program now boasts roster of 100 players
The Ankeny girls' tennis team has suffered through some growing pains since the split into two high schools. Now, the Hawkettes' program is just growing. There are 100 players out for the team this spring, according to head coach Katie Owens. "We have a lot of kids out, but it's a young team," Owens said. "It'll be exciting to see where the girls … [Read more...] about Growing Hawkettes’ tennis program now boasts roster of 100 players
Hawkettes move outdoors, win 3 events at Waukee Earlybird Invitational
The Ankeny girls' track team opened its outdoor season on Tuesday by winning three events at the Waukee Earlybird Invitational. No team scores were kept. Mytika Mayberry won the 100 in 12.93 seconds, while Malea Daugherty took the 100 hurdles in 17.11. Jasmine Bentley captured the discus with a throw of 102 feet 6 inches. Mikayla Sidney placed second … [Read more...] about Hawkettes move outdoors, win 3 events at Waukee Earlybird Invitational
Hawkettes return 9 starters from last year’s state runner-up squad
Simon Brown wasn't around when the Ankeny girls' soccer team lost to its crosstown rival in last year's Class 3A championship game. But he knows how much the Hawkettes are motivated by their 3-2 loss to Ankeny Centennial with a trophy at stake. "We talked a lot about state last year with our leadership group, and it was important for me to understand … [Read more...] about Hawkettes return 9 starters from last year’s state runner-up squad