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Bruhl chooses football over baseball, commits to play receiver for Iowa Western

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Ankeny Centennial senior Isaac Bruhl is a two-time state placewinner in wrestling and an all-state infielder on the baseball team. He discovered last fall, though, that football was his favorite sport. "I knew I wanted to play either baseball or football in college and after this year’s football season, I had a lot of fun and didn’t want to give up … [Read more...] about Bruhl chooses football over baseball, commits to play receiver for Iowa Western

DOG PILE: Grider commits to join Kluver, Anderson on Drake football roster

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Ankeny Centennial football standout Mitchell Grider has decided to follow in the footsteps of teammates Reed Anderson and Chase Kluver. The senior defensive lineman said he would have committed to play for Drake anyway. "Their commitment had no effect on my choice," said Grider, who announced his verbal commitment to the Bulldogs on … [Read more...] about DOG PILE: Grider commits to join Kluver, Anderson on Drake football roster

‘Drake is a great fit for me’: Kluver flips commitment from Sioux Falls to Bulldogs

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The Drake football program has landed another recruit from Ankeny Centennial. Shortly after linebacker Reed Anderson committed to play for the Bulldogs next fall, fellow senior Chase Kluver followed suit. He becomes the latest player to join the first recruiting class for new Drake coach Joe Woodley, who took over the program after leading Grand View to … [Read more...] about ‘Drake is a great fit for me’: Kluver flips commitment from Sioux Falls to Bulldogs

‘We are all pumped to get going’: Jags’ Anderson to join new era of Drake football

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The final game of Reed Anderson's high school football career was played at Mediacom Stadium near the Drake University campus in Des Moines. On Sunday, the Ankeny Centennial linebacker verbally committed to play for the Bulldogs next year. "I had a visit at Drake this past weekend, and I really enjoyed it as the new coaching staff is great and helped … [Read more...] about ‘We are all pumped to get going’: Jags’ Anderson to join new era of Drake football

‘I loved the facilities and the culture’: Centennial’s Heither commits to Wartburg

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Ankeny Centennial wingback Sam Heither has committed to play football at Wartburg College next year. Heither announced his decision on social media Wednesday. "I was pretty keyed in on Wartburg during the recruiting process," Heither said. "I loved the facilities and the culture that they have over in Waverly." Heither helped Centennial to an 8-3 … [Read more...] about ‘I loved the facilities and the culture’: Centennial’s Heither commits to Wartburg

Centennial lineman Juravich commits to play football at William Jewell College

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Ankeny Centennial offensive lineman Lucas Juravich has committed to play football at William Jewell College. Juravich announced his decision on social media earlier this week. "I want to thank my mom, dad and all my siblings for pushing me farther than I thought I could go," Juravich tweeted on X. Juravich was part of one of the state's best … [Read more...] about Centennial lineman Juravich commits to play football at William Jewell College

‘Iowa was always going to be my first choice’: Jackson commits to Hawkeyes

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It didn't take long for Ankeny Centennial running back Braeden Jackson to accept a preferred walk-on offer from the Iowa football program. Jackson committed to play for the Hawkeyes on Friday--just four days after receiving the offer. "Other than Iowa Western giving a scholarship, Iowa was the only other offer or PWO on the table at the moment," said … [Read more...] about ‘Iowa was always going to be my first choice’: Jackson commits to Hawkeyes

Centennial offensive lineman Humphrey commits to play for UW-Platteville

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Ankeny Centennial offensive lineman Gavin Humphrey has verbally committed to play football next year at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, an NCAA Division III school. The 6-foot-1, 240-pound Humphrey announced his decision on social media over the weekend. "I’m blessed to announce that I will be committing to UW-Platteville to pursue my academic … [Read more...] about Centennial offensive lineman Humphrey commits to play for UW-Platteville

‘I am super excited for this opportunity’: Mohrhauser commits to run for Drake

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Ankeny Centennial distance runner Anika Mohrhauser has decided to stay close to home. The senior verbally committed this week to join the Drake women's track and cross country programs. "I am super excited for this opportunity to get a great education and be able to compete for my school!" said Mohrhauser. "The deciding process was very hard and took a … [Read more...] about ‘I am super excited for this opportunity’: Mohrhauser commits to run for Drake

Six Jaguars named to Class 5A District 1 first team for 2nd consecutive year

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Six Ankeny Centennial football players have been named to the Class 5A District 1 first team for the second straight year. Running back Braeden Jackson earned repeat honors along with offensive linemen Max Dickinson and Gavin Humphrey, defensive linemen Isaiah Bassett and Mitchell Grider, and linebacker Reed Anderson. The six seniors led the Jaguars to an … [Read more...] about Six Jaguars named to Class 5A District 1 first team for 2nd consecutive year

Basketball Hall of Famer Wieben inducted into IGHSAU Swimming Hall of Fame

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Nicky Wieben was no ordinary athlete. Already enshrined in the Iowa Girls' High School Athletic Union Basketball Hall of Fame, the former Ankeny star was inducted into the IGHSAU Swimming Hall of Fame on Saturday during the state meet at Marshalltown. She became the first Ankeny swimmer to be inducted, and she joins a short list of athletes to be … [Read more...] about Basketball Hall of Famer Wieben inducted into IGHSAU Swimming Hall of Fame

Dowling uses two late defensive stands to hold on for 14-10 victory over Jaguars

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Friday's rematch between the Ankeny Centennial and Dowling Catholic football teams didn't feature as many points as last month's meeting at Valley Stadium. But there was still plenty of drama. The second-ranked Maroons made two late defensive stops in the fourth quarter and held on for a 14-10 victory over No. 7 Centennial in the Class 5A quarterfinals … [Read more...] about Dowling uses two late defensive stands to hold on for 14-10 victory over Jaguars

Centennial’s Miller named to all-tourney team for 2nd consecutive year

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Ankeny Centennial volleyball star Delaney Miller has been named to the Class 5A all-tournament team for the second consecutive year. Miller was honored on Thursday following Pleasant Valley's victory over defending champion Waukee Northwest in the Class 5A final at Xtream Arena in Coralville. The senior outside hitter helped the Jaguars to a semifinal … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Miller named to all-tourney team for 2nd consecutive year

‘I’m super proud of our team’: Jaguars rally from 2-0 hole, fall in 5 sets to Waukee NW

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Jaeden Pratt and her Ankeny Centennial volleyball teammates left everything on the court. The second-ranked Jaguars just came up a little bit short. Centennial rallied from a two-set deficit before dropping a 25-21, 25-22, 16-25, 23-25, 18-16 decision to No. 6 Waukee Northwest in the Class 5A semifinals on Wednesday at Xtream Arena in … [Read more...] about ‘I’m super proud of our team’: Jaguars rally from 2-0 hole, fall in 5 sets to Waukee NW

Jaguars sweep Cedar Falls behind Miller’s 24 kills, earn 3rd straight trip to semifinals

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The Ankeny Centennial volleyball team is headed back to the Class 5A semifinals for the third consecutive year. The second-ranked Jaguars posted a 25-19, 25-22, 25-23 victory over No. 7 Cedar Falls in the quarterfinals of the state tournament on Monday at Xtream Arena in Coralville. "It feels incredible," said Centennial outside hitter Delaney Miller, … [Read more...] about Jaguars sweep Cedar Falls behind Miller’s 24 kills, earn 3rd straight trip to semifinals

Jackson erupts for 372 all-purpose yards, 6 TDs in Jaguars’ win over Iowa City High

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(Story by Stephen McDaniel) Braeden Jackson felt pretty good when he woke up on Friday, and that turned out to be the worst possible news for the Iowa City Little Hawks. Ankeny Centennial’s standout running back delivered an historic performance as he amassed 372 all-purpose yards and six total touchdowns to lead the seventh-seeded Jaguars to a 52-28 … [Read more...] about Jackson erupts for 372 all-purpose yards, 6 TDs in Jaguars’ win over Iowa City High

Centennial’s Vander Wilt, Moll nearly cross finish line together in boys’ Class 4A race

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It wasn't planned, but the Ankeny Centennial duo of Brayden Vander Wilt and Cohen Moll nearly crossed the finish line together during the boys' Class 4A state cross country meet on Friday at Fort Dodge. Vander Wilt, a senior, closed out his career with a 73rd-place finish. He posted a time of 16:39.6 on the 5K course. "I don't knew where I finished, … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Vander Wilt, Moll nearly cross finish line together in boys’ Class 4A race

‘It’s one of the best feelings ever’: No. 2 Jaguars are headed back to Coralville

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(Story by Stephen McDaniel) By no means is the Ankeny Centennial volleyball program charting unfamiliar territory. But that doesn’t mean the feeling of winning a region championship and punching its ticket back to the Class 5A state tournament isn’t still one of the greatest feelings on the planet. “Honestly, it’s one of the best feelings ever,” … [Read more...] about ‘It’s one of the best feelings ever’: No. 2 Jaguars are headed back to Coralville

Jaguars rout Urbandale on Senior Night, earn No. 7 seed for Class 5A playoffs

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(Story by Stephen McDaniel) All season long, the Ankeny Centennial football team has made a living running the ball. But on Friday, the Urbandale J-Hawks caught a glimpse of just how dangerous the Jaguars' passing game can be. Centennial closed out its regular season and gave its seniors plenty to smile about after recording dominant offensive and … [Read more...] about Jaguars rout Urbandale on Senior Night, earn No. 7 seed for Class 5A playoffs