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‘They are ready for the challenge!’: 2-time champion Hawks return 5 state qualifiers

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The bar has been raised by the Ankeny boys' track program over the last few seasons. After placing second in the Class 4A state meet in 2023, the Hawks won back-to-back titles in 2024-25 under coach Jordan Mullen.  "We have a lot of momentum and excitement going into this year!" said Mullen. "We are going to heavily focus on our team. As … [Read more...] about ‘They are ready for the challenge!’: 2-time champion Hawks return 5 state qualifiers

Ankeny boys’ tennis team returns most of its singles players from last year’s squad

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Despite losing two-time state qualifier Dylan Victor to graduation, the Ankeny boys' tennis team returns most of its singles players from last year's squad. There are 23 boys on the roster, about eight more than the last few seasons. "When we had five of our six singles players returning, there was a good deal of optimism," said Ankeny coach Ron … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys’ tennis team returns most of its singles players from last year’s squad

‘This team can have some really special moments’: Hawkettes set some high goals

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After placing fifth in last year's Class 4A state meet with 51 points, the Ankeny girls' track team could contend for a trophy this season. The Hawkettes boast 11 returning state qualifiers and four other athletes who were alternates for the state meet. "We are excited for this team and what we can do in big meets," said Ankeny coach TJ Jumper. "This … [Read more...] about ‘This team can have some really special moments’: Hawkettes set some high goals

‘It was never a hard decision’: Ankeny’s Squires to play soccer at North Dakota St.

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Isabel Squires didn't have the luxury of waiting a while to pick up a college. A junior midfielder on the Ankeny girls' soccer team, Squires discovered early this year that some schools weren't going to wait for her to make a decision. "I had one college give me a pretty early offer, so it definitely sped up the recruiting process over the past couple … [Read more...] about ‘It was never a hard decision’: Ankeny’s Squires to play soccer at North Dakota St.

‘I had never seen a place like that before’: Carlson to join Iowa men’s track program

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Standout hurdler Hayden Carlson of Ankeny has signed a letter of intent to join the Iowa men's track and field program next year. Carlson will be coached by Iowa's Joey Woody, who is a four-time Big Ten Coach of the Year. Woody has also run competitively on the international track circuit, earning a silver medal in the 400 hurdles at the World … [Read more...] about ‘I had never seen a place like that before’: Carlson to join Iowa men’s track program

Ankeny boys’ track coach Mullen to be inducted into IATC Hall of Fame Saturday

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Last summer, Ankeny boys' track coach Jordan Mullen got a phone call from Mike Jay, the voice of the Drake Relays and the coed state track meet. The reason for the call was not what Mullen expected. "I just thought it was to say congrats for the state title, but it was to tell me I was inducted into the Hall of Fame!" recalled Mullen. "I was caught off … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys’ track coach Mullen to be inducted into IATC Hall of Fame Saturday

Ankeny’s Madetzke to join Missouri St. women’s track, cross country programs

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The decision to focus on her running career has paid off for Ankeny senior Makenna Madetzke. Madetzke, who spent a lot of time playing soccer until her junior year, will join the Missouri State women's track and cross country programs in 2026. She signed a letter of intent with the Lady Bears earlier this week. "I looked at a lot of schools and took … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Madetzke to join Missouri St. women’s track, cross country programs

Former Hawk player Mason named head coach of Ankeny girls’ soccer program

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A former Ankeny boys' soccer player is coming home. Gavin Mason, who played for Ankeny as a freshman and sophomore in the 2014-15 seasons before transferring to Ankeny Christian Academy, has been named the new head coach of the Ankeny girls' program. His hiring was approved by the Ankeny School Board on Monday night. "I'm very excited," said Mason. … [Read more...] about Former Hawk player Mason named head coach of Ankeny girls’ soccer program

Jaguars outlast Iowa City Liberty, will now go to Valley after Tigers roll past Ankeny

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis squad moved one win away from a trip to the Class 2A state team tournament. The Jaguars posted a 5-3 victory over visiting Iowa City Liberty in a regional semifinal on Wednesday at the Prairie Ridge courts. They swept the doubles matches after the two teams battled to a 3-3 tie in singles. "Our team came out strong … [Read more...] about Jaguars outlast Iowa City Liberty, will now go to Valley after Tigers roll past Ankeny

Ankeny girls roll past Scarlets, will play at Valley next in Class 2A regional semifinal

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The Ankeny girls' tennis squad cruised to a 5-0 victory over visiting Des Moines East in the quarterfinals of a Class 2A regional team tournament on Saturday morning. The Hawkettes swept five of the six singles matches in straight sets and held a commanding lead at the No. 5 spot when the meet was halted. "It was an awesome day for the girls!" said … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls roll past Scarlets, will play at Valley next in Class 2A regional semifinal

North places 3rd in regional singles; Centennial duo takes 4th at Cedar Falls

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Ankeny's Olivia North placed third in singles in a Class 2A regional girls' tennis tournament on Wednesday at Waukee Northwest, while the Ankeny Centennial duo of Kalyani Bhat and Ella Sutherland earned a fourth-place finish in doubles in another regional tournament at Cedar Falls. The top two finishers in both singles and doubles at eight regional sites … [Read more...] about North places 3rd in regional singles; Centennial duo takes 4th at Cedar Falls

Hawkettes close out inaugural fall regular season with 11-0 loss to Urbandale girls

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The Ankeny girls' tennis team closed out the regular season on Thursday with an 11-0 loss at Urbandale. The J-Hawks swept all 11 matches in straight sets. They finished 4-4 in the CIML Conference and improved to 9-4 overall. Ankeny suffered its third road loss in four days after losing at Waukee Northwest on Monday and at Ottumwa on Tuesday. The … [Read more...] about Hawkettes close out inaugural fall regular season with 11-0 loss to Urbandale girls

North, Doyle provide victories in singles in Ankeny girls’ 9-2 setback at Ottumwa

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The Ankeny girls' tennis team got a pair of wins from Olivia North and Izzie Doyle, but it wasn't enough as the Hawkettes dropped a 9-2 decision at Ottumwa in a non-conference meet on Tuesday. North outlasted Jordan Lee, 7-6 (4), 5-7, 1-0 (4), in the No. 1 singles match. Doyle posted a 6-3, 6-4 win over Sonya Lundgren at the No. 3 position. Ankeny … [Read more...] about North, Doyle provide victories in singles in Ankeny girls’ 9-2 setback at Ottumwa

Wolves extend winning streak to 7 with 11-0 win over Ankeny girls’ tennis team

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With three meets on the road in the next four days, it's going to be a tough week for the Ankeny girls' tennis team. The Hawkettes' difficult stretch began on Monday with perhaps the biggest test of all--a matchup against one of the state's top squads in Waukee Northwest. The host Wolves swept all 11 matches in straight sets to post an 11-0 victory. … [Read more...] about Wolves extend winning streak to 7 with 11-0 win over Ankeny girls’ tennis team

‘This match gave us a lot to build on’: AHS girls see progress in loss to Columbus

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The Ankeny girls' tennis team saw a lot of progress during the Hawkettes' 9-2 loss to visiting Waterloo Columbus in a non-conference meet on Thursday. Ankeny posted a pair of straight-set victories against a team that is now 6-1 on the season. The Hawkettes dropped to 2-8. "I’m really proud of the effort the girls put out there today," said Ankeny … [Read more...] about ‘This match gave us a lot to build on’: AHS girls see progress in loss to Columbus

Despite better performance in doubles, Hawkettes drop 11-0 decision to Dowling

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The Ankeny girls' tennis team ran into another tough opponent on Tuesday. The Hawkettes dropped an 11-0 decision to visiting Dowling Catholic in a CIML Conference match. The Maroons improved to 4-1 in the league and 6-2 overall, while Ankeny's records dropped to 1-5 and 2-7. Dowling won all 11 matches in straight sets, including a dominant performance … [Read more...] about Despite better performance in doubles, Hawkettes drop 11-0 decision to Dowling

‘What a great night to be a Hawk!’: Ankeny girls beat S.E. Polk for their first CIML win

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A strong performance in doubles allowed the Ankeny girls' tennis team to post a 7-4 victory over visiting Southeast Polk on Thursday at the Prairie Ridge courts. After the two teams split the six singles matches, the Hawkettes won four of the five doubles matches to earn their first win in CIML Conference play. They are now 1-4 in the league and 2-6 … [Read more...] about ‘What a great night to be a Hawk!’: Ankeny girls beat S.E. Polk for their first CIML win

Ankeny girls top S.E. Polk for their first victory, finish 1-2 at Hawkette Invite

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After dropping an 11-0 decision to visiting Johnston in a CIML Conference meet on Thursday, the Ankeny girls' tennis team went 1-2 in its Hawkette Invitational on Friday at the Prairie Ridge courts. The Hawkettes earned their first win of the season with an 8-3 victory over Southeast Polk. They won four of the six singles matches, then captured four of … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls top S.E. Polk for their first victory, finish 1-2 at Hawkette Invite

North earns first victory at No. 1 singles in Ankeny girls’ 10-1 loss at Waukee

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Senior Olivia North earned her first victory at No. 1 singles for the Ankeny girls' tennis team on Tuesday, but the Hawkettes dropped a 10-1 decision at Waukee in a CIML Conference meet. North posted a 6-4, 1-6, 1-0 victory over Miku Mizushima. "Liv battled in the heat and had great shot selection to get her first win in three sets," said Ankeny coach … [Read more...] about North earns first victory at No. 1 singles in Ankeny girls’ 10-1 loss at Waukee