The Ankeny boys' swimming team didn't even need its best lineup to defeat the two-time defending state champs. The second-ranked Hawks competed without a couple of varsity swimmers, but still posted a 95-75 victory at No. 8 Waukee on Friday. "We were a little short-handed," said Ankeny coach Justin Crouch. "But I thought the boys responded with a … [Read more...] about Ankeny swimmers knock off two-time defending state champs
Boys' Swimming
Blimpie Sub of the Week: Joel Hyler, Ankeny boys’ swimming
Senior Joel Hyler of the Ankeny boys' swimming team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. Hyler has helped Ankeny to a 6-1 dual record and a No. 2 ranking in the state. The Hawks will travel to No. 7 Waukee on Thursday to face the two-time defending state champion Warriors. "Joel hasn't missed a practice and deserves credit for … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Joel Hyler, Ankeny boys’ swimming
Hawk swimmers dominate in 138-42 victory over S.E. Polk
The Ankeny boys' swimming team dominated Thursday's dual meet against visiting Southeast Polk from start to finish. The second-ranked Hawks opened the meet by sweeping the top three places in the 200 medley relay, built an early 46-16 lead and went on to post a 138-42 victory at Trail Point Aquatics Center. "This team is full of potential," said Ankeny … [Read more...] about Hawk swimmers dominate in 138-42 victory over S.E. Polk
Crouch: ‘The sky’s the limit’ for Hawk swimmers
The Ankeny boys' swimming team might be getting healthy at the right time. The second-ranked Hawks posted a 5-1 record in the first month of the season, despite battling some illnesses. Their only loss came to No. 1 Ames, 98-72, on Dec. 7 at Trail Point Aquatics Center. "We had a tough meet with Ames, but it was a close meet considering that we had a … [Read more...] about Crouch: ‘The sky’s the limit’ for Hawk swimmers