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Former Grand View standout Munson named Ankeny bowling coach

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Hannah Munson has already enjoyed plenty of success as a bowler. Now, the Minnesota native is hoping to become a successful coach as well. Munson has been named the head coach of Ankeny's boys' and girls' bowling teams. Her hiring was approved by the Ankeny School Board on Monday. "I'm very excited," Munson said. "My parents coached a lot for our … [Read more...] about Former Grand View standout Munson named Ankeny bowling coach

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Abby Johnson, Ankeny girls’ basketball

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Abby Johnson of the Ankeny girls' basketball team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. The freshman forward helped the Hawkettes to an 11-12 record, their best season since the split into two high schools. She averaged 1.8 points and 0.6 rebounds per game. Johnson went 2-for-2 from 3-point range and scored six points to spark … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Abby Johnson, Ankeny girls’ basketball

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Ben Lyon, Ankeny boys’ basketball

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  Ben Lyon is the Ankeny Fanatic prep of the week sponsored by Revive Clinic and Spa. The senior wing helped the Ankeny boys' basketball team to an 8-15 record this season. Lyon averaged 10.7 points and a team-high 8.2 rebounds per game. He also led the Hawks in assists (3.5) and blocks (2.2). Here is some inside info on … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Ben Lyon, Ankeny boys’ basketball

Locure scores 36 points, leads North boys to win over Hawks

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If the Des Moines North boys' basketball team continues to play like it did on Friday night, the Polar Bears may have a good chance to cut down the nets in two weeks at Wells Fargo Arena. Tyreke Locure poured in 36 points to lead North to an 87-73 victory over visiting Ankeny in a Class 4A substate semifinal. The Polar Bears (20-3) will play Johnston … [Read more...] about Locure scores 36 points, leads North boys to win over Hawks