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Hawkettes rout S.E. Polk in nightcap to salvage split of twinbill

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For the second time in a week, the Ankeny softball team went on the road Tuesday and split a doubleheader against a ranked opponent. After dropping a 9-4 decision to No. 14 Southeast Polk in the opener, the Hawkettes rebounded to win the nightcap, 11-0, in five innings. They are now 8-2 on the season. "We got after it every inning as a unified force," … [Read more...] about Hawkettes rout S.E. Polk in nightcap to salvage split of twinbill

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Hannah Hogan, Ankeny softball

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Junior Hannah Hogan has helped the Ankeny softball team to an 8-2 record. She is batting .125 on the season. Hogan has played in six games and made two starts. She singled and scored a run as the Hawkettes posted an 11-0 victory over No. 14 Southeast Polk in five innings to salvage a split of Tuesday's doubleheader at Pleasant Hill. "She switched … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Hannah Hogan, Ankeny softball

Hawkettes top S.C. Heelan, edge Central Springs at Fort Dodge Invitational

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The Ankeny softball team traveled to the Fort Dodge Invitational on Saturday and came away with a pair of victories. The Hawkettes posted a 10-3 win over SIoux City Heelan. They then followed with a 2-1 triumph over Central Springs, the No. 6 team in Class 2A. "They're both good ball clubs," said Ankeny coach Dave Bingham, whose team improved to 7-1 on … [Read more...] about Hawkettes top S.C. Heelan, edge Central Springs at Fort Dodge Invitational

Hawkettes sweep Hoover, improve to 5-1 going into Fort Dodge tourney

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With a trip to the Fort Dodge Invitational on tap for Saturday, the Ankeny softball team didn't want to spend a late night at the ballpark on Friday. The Hawkettes managed to sweep a doubleheader against visiting Des Moines Hoover in timely fashion. They posted a 12-2 victory in six innings in the opener, then used a nine-run outburst in the first frame … [Read more...] about Hawkettes sweep Hoover, improve to 5-1 going into Fort Dodge tourney

Ankeny softball team cruises in first game before No. 5 Bulldogs earn split

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After winning the first game of a doubleheader on Wednesday at fifth-ranked Ottumwa, the Ankeny softball team appeared to be in position to earn a sweep. The Hawkettes jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the nightcap and had the bases loaded in the fourth inning with Jasmine Rumley, one of the state's top hitters, coming to the plate. This was Ankeny's chance … [Read more...] about Ankeny softball team cruises in first game before No. 5 Bulldogs earn split

Hawkettes erupt for 27 runs, open season with sweep at Marshalltown

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If the Ankeny softball team continues to play like it did on Monday night, the unranked Hawkettes won't be able to fly under the radar for very long. Ankeny opened its abbreviated 2020 season with an impressive doubleheader sweep at Marshalltown. The Hawkettes rolled to a 14-0 victory in four innings in the opener, then completed the sweep with a 13-1 win … [Read more...] about Hawkettes erupt for 27 runs, open season with sweep at Marshalltown

‘Nobody knows what’s coming’: Hawkettes look to surprise opponents

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The Ankeny softball team wasn't listed in the Class 5A preseason rankings by the Iowa Girls' High School Athletic Union. The Hawkettes' omission brought a smile to the face of head coach Dave Bingham. "I think that is awesome," he said. "Honestly, we've never even discussed the rankings. Our ultimate goal is just to respect our opponents but prepare to … [Read more...] about ‘Nobody knows what’s coming’: Hawkettes look to surprise opponents

Summer sports athletes preparing for return to field with precautions

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Jasmine Rumley wasn't sure if she'd get another chance to wear her Ankeny softball uniform. Now, it appears that she will. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announced last week that summer athletic seasons may be conducted for high school baseball and softball following a two-month suspension of activities due to the coronavirus. Practices will begin on June … [Read more...] about Summer sports athletes preparing for return to field with precautions

‘PLAY BALL!’: Gov. Reynolds approves high school summer sports

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The suspension of high school athletics due to COVID-19 will come to an end next month. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announced on Wednesday at her daily press briefing that summer athletic seasons may be conducted for high school baseball and softball following a two-month activities suspension due to the coronavirus. The announcement approved the … [Read more...] about ‘PLAY BALL!’: Gov. Reynolds approves high school summer sports

Ankeny star Rumley named to Register’s 2019 All-Iowa softball team

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Chalk up another prestigious honor for Ankeny's Jasmine Rumley. The junior infielder has been named to The Des Moines Register's 2019 All-Iowa softball team. She was one of nine players from across the state selected to the Elite team. Rumley, who was also named to the Class 5A team by the Register, led the Hawkettes to a 20-19 record. She batted .493 … [Read more...] about Ankeny star Rumley named to Register’s 2019 All-Iowa softball team

Rumley, Voigt unanimously named to first team; Three Jags also honored

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Ankeny softball standout Jasmine Rumley has been named to the CIML Central Conference first team for the second straight year. Rumley, a junior third baseman, was named to an infield position. She batted .493 with 10 home runs, 14 doubles and 36 RBIs while leading the Hawkettes to a 20-19 record. Rumley, who also stole 39 bases in 40 attempts, was … [Read more...] about Rumley, Voigt unanimously named to first team; Three Jags also honored

Hawkettes go toe-to-toe with No. 2 Fort Dodge, but upset bid falls short

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The Ankeny softball players exited the field at Rogers Sports Complex to a round of applause from their fans on Tuesday night. The Hawkettes didn't get the outcome they wanted in a Class 5A regional final at Fort Dodge, but they proved that they belonged on the same field with one of the state's top teams. Second-ranked Fort Dodge used a three-run … [Read more...] about Hawkettes go toe-to-toe with No. 2 Fort Dodge, but upset bid falls short

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Ashtyn Billings, Ankeny softball

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Ashtyn Billings is a member of the Ankeny softball team. The freshman pitcher and outfielder helped the Hawkettes to a 20-19 record. She posted a 2-1 mark with a 2.63 ERA while also batting .268 with five RBIs. "Ashtyn is so versatile she seriously could take on any position we asked her to play," said Ankeny coach Dave Bingham. "Her greatest asset … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Ashtyn Billings, Ankeny softball

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Zoe Baker, Ankeny softball

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Senior catcher Zoe Baker doubled twice and drove in a run to help the Ankeny softball team to a 5-0 victory at 14th-ranked Des Moines East in a Class 5A regional semifinal on Saturday. The Hawkettes will play at No. 2 Fort Dodge in the regional final on Tuesday. Baker is batting .325 with three home runs, 11 doubles and a team-high 45 RBIs. She will play … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Zoe Baker, Ankeny softball

Jacobsen tosses 3-hit gem, leads Hawkettes past East in tourney opener

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The beginning of postseason play provided a fresh start for the struggling Ankeny softball team. The Hawkettes, who went 1-7 to close out the regular season, didn't let the opportunity go to waste. Paige Jacobsen tossed a three-hitter and Jasmine Rumley went 3-for-3 with two RBIs to lead Ankeny to a 5-0 victory at 14th-ranked Des Moines East in a Class … [Read more...] about Jacobsen tosses 3-hit gem, leads Hawkettes past East in tourney opener

Hawkettes get much-needed victory to close out regular season

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Ankeny softball coach Dave Bingham said his team needed just one good inning to put an end to the Hawkettes' recent slide. He got what he was looking for on Wednesday. The Hawkettes rallied for five runs in the seventh inning to post a 9-8 victory at Cedar Rapids Xavier, the No. 11 team in Class 4A. The win followed an earlier 3-0 loss to third-ranked … [Read more...] about Hawkettes get much-needed victory to close out regular season

‘We’re getting hot at the right time’: Jaguars roll to pair of wins over Ankeny

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Ankeny Centennial's Taylor Runchey winced in pain after a hard ground ball deflected off her body during the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against visiting Ankeny. The junior third baseman refused, however, to come off the field. "No, not for a second," Runchey said when asked if she thought about leaving the game. "It just stung a little bit at … [Read more...] about ‘We’re getting hot at the right time’: Jaguars roll to pair of wins over Ankeny

After rough Senior Night, Hawkettes will play 3 games on Tuesday

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Fortunately for the Ankeny softball team, the Hawkettes won't have any time to dwell on Monday night's doubleheader loss at the hands of seventh-ranked Johnston. Ankeny will travel to Carlisle on Tuesday afternoon for a non-conference game against the Wildcats, then will head to Ankeny Centennial for a make-up doubleheader against the Jaguars at 6:30 … [Read more...] about After rough Senior Night, Hawkettes will play 3 games on Tuesday

North Polk edges Ankeny, snaps Hawkettes’ 6-game winning streak

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North Polk scored the go-ahead run in the bottom of the sixth inning to beat visiting Ankeny, 7-6, in a non-conference softball game on Saturday. The Comets jumped out to a 6-2 lead before Ankeny rallied. The Hawkettes scored four runs in the fourth inning to tie the game. Hannah Foster went 3-for-4, scored twice and drove in two runs to lead North … [Read more...] about North Polk edges Ankeny, snaps Hawkettes’ 6-game winning streak