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‘It was a tough day’: Jaguars struggle with windy conditions, quick greens in LeMars

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The season came to an end on Monday for the Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team. The Jaguars shot a 312 in a Class 4A district meet at Willow Creek in LeMars, but it wasn't good enough to place among the top three squads. "It was a tough day," said Centennial coach Andrew Reedy. "We battled some wind and quick greens, and the kids struggled with … [Read more...] about ‘It was a tough day’: Jaguars struggle with windy conditions, quick greens in LeMars

Centennial, Ankeny golfers compete in tough conditions at Turk Bowman Invite

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Tuesday was another rainy day on the golf course for both the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' teams. The Jaguars placed fifth among 13 squads in the Turk Bowman Invitational at Veenker Golf Course in Ames. They posted a score of 319 on one of the state's most difficult courses. Ankeny, meanwhile, finished 11th with a 364 total. Coach Mike … [Read more...] about Centennial, Ankeny golfers compete in tough conditions at Turk Bowman Invite

Centennial golfers shoot 327 in triangular to begin busy stretch of 3 meets in 4 days

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team began a busy week by shooting a 327 in a CIML Conference triangular meet on Monday at River Valley Golf Course in Adel. The Jaguars finished their CIML regular season schedule with a 2-6 record after falling to both fourth-ranked Waukee Northwest and No. 5 Southeast Polk. The Wolves posted a 291 total to edge the Rams … [Read more...] about Centennial golfers shoot 327 in triangular to begin busy stretch of 3 meets in 4 days

Jaguars place 5th, Ankeny golfers take 7th in S.E. Polk Invitational at Copper Creek

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The scores were higher across the board in the Southeast Polk Invitational on Wednesday at Copper Creek Golf Course. Despite some sunny skies, many of the boys' golf squads in the 11-team field struggled with the soggy conditions after heavy rains pelted the course over the last 10 days. A lack of practice time during that stretch may have also been a … [Read more...] about Jaguars place 5th, Ankeny golfers take 7th in S.E. Polk Invitational at Copper Creek

Centennial earns 9th-place finish at Valley Classic using lineup of JV senior golfers

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team shot a 320 on Monday and placed ninth among 11 squads in the Valley Classic, which was played on a soggy course at Willow Creek. The Jaguars replaced their usual lineup with a group of junior varsity seniors. "These kids have been with the program their whole high school careers, and all of them got their first … [Read more...] about Centennial earns 9th-place finish at Valley Classic using lineup of JV senior golfers

‘There were lots of positives’: Centennial golfers place 4th at Joe August Invite

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team finally got a chance to play. After having two other meets postponed earlier in the week due to rain, the Jaguars placed fourth among 11 teams in the Joe August Invitational on Thursday at Elmwood Country Club in Marshalltown. They shot a 308. Dallas Center-Grimes captured the title with a 291. Norwalk was second … [Read more...] about ‘There were lots of positives’: Centennial golfers place 4th at Joe August Invite

Boys’ Class 4A district golf assignments, slated for Oct. 5, announced by IHSAA

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Although the Turk Bowman Invitational at Veenker Golf Course was postponed due to rain and rescheduled for Sept. 29, Monday was still an important day for the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' golf teams. Both squads learned their Class 4A district assignments from the Iowa High School Athletic Association, which placed 56 teams at four different sites … [Read more...] about Boys’ Class 4A district golf assignments, slated for Oct. 5, announced by IHSAA

‘It’s been a tough week’: Jaguars shoot 321 in conference triangular at Urbandale

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team shot a 321 and placed second in a CIML Conference triangular meet on Thursday at the Urbandale Golf and Country Club. The Jaguars lost to Waukee, which won the meet with a 315 total. They defeated the host J-Hawks, who posted a score of 340. "It's been a tough week after a great week last week," said Centennial … [Read more...] about ‘It’s been a tough week’: Jaguars shoot 321 in conference triangular at Urbandale

‘We are better than that score’: Jaguars shoot 306 in losses to Dowling, Johnston

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team shot a 306 on its home course at Briarwood Golf Club on Wednesday, matching its score from the Jesse Peck Invitational last month. It wasn't good enough to beat two of the Jaguars' rivals in the CIML Conference. Dowling Catholic posted a 284 total to win the triangular meet. Johnston shot a 293 and came away with a … [Read more...] about ‘We are better than that score’: Jaguars shoot 306 in losses to Dowling, Johnston

‘Every player competed for 18 holes’: Jags place 3rd, Hawks take 5th at Ankeny Invite

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The ceiling for the Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team might have to be raised. The Jaguars posted a season-best score of 294 to place third among 11 teams in the Ankeny Invitational on Wednesday at Otter Creek Golf Course. Coach Andrew Reedy's team shot below 300 for the first time in six meets this season. "It was probably the most complete … [Read more...] about ‘Every player competed for 18 holes’: Jags place 3rd, Hawks take 5th at Ankeny Invite

Centennial golfers place 5th, Hawks finish 8th in 16-team field at Fort Dodge Invite

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team made a lot of progress on Tuesday. Crosstown rival Ankeny, however, seems to be in a rut. The Jaguars placed fifth among 16 teams in the Fort Dodge Invitational. They posted a 301 total on the Fort Dodge Country Club course for the second straight year. "It was a big step in the right direction," said Centennial … [Read more...] about Centennial golfers place 5th, Hawks finish 8th in 16-team field at Fort Dodge Invite

‘It’s a tough golf course’: Jaguars edge Ankeny by 2 shots for 7th place at Legacy

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It appears that there isn't much separation between the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' golf teams. The two squads collided on Thursday for the third time in nine days. They again battled down to the wire to a close finish. The Jaguars shot a 327 and placed seventh among 12 teams in the Waukee Northwest Invitational at The Legacy Golf Club in … [Read more...] about ‘It’s a tough golf course’: Jaguars edge Ankeny by 2 shots for 7th place at Legacy

Hawks edge Centennial golfers by one shot to win triangular meet at Briarwood

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After losing to Ankeny Centennial by four shots in the Jesse Peck Invitational a week ago, the Ankeny boys' golf team got some revenge Wednesday on the same course. The Hawks shot a 313 to edge Centennial by one stroke in a CIML Conference triangular meet at Briarwood Golf Club. Valley finished a distant third with a 328 total. "I was super happy with … [Read more...] about Hawks edge Centennial golfers by one shot to win triangular meet at Briarwood

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Kinnick Nelson, Ankeny Centennial boys’ golf

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Senior Kinnick Nelson shot a 73 to lead the Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team to a sixth-place finish in the Jesse Peck Invitational on Wednesday at Briarwood Golf Club. He tied for 14th place overall. Nelson is one of four returning varsity regulars this season for Centennial coach Andrew Reedy. He posted a 40.7 average for nine holes as a … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Kinnick Nelson, Ankeny Centennial boys’ golf

MIDDLE OF THE PACK: Jaguars place 6th, Hawks finish 7th at Jesse Peck Invitational

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The Ankeny Centennial and Ankeny boys' golf teams finished in the middle of the pack at the Jesse Peck Invitational on Wednesday. Playing on their home course at Briarwood Golf Club, the Jaguars placed sixth in the 12-team field with a 306 total. The top five teams all broke 300, including three squads that finished under par. "We had four triple … [Read more...] about MIDDLE OF THE PACK: Jaguars place 6th, Hawks finish 7th at Jesse Peck Invitational

Centennial golfers place 12th at Warrior Invite, will host Peck Invite Wednesday

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team opened its season on Monday with a 12th-place finish in the Warrior Invitational at Glen Oaks Country Club. The Jaguars posted five scores in the 80s and finished with a team total of 331. Kinnick Nelson led the squad with a 78, but was disqualified for not turning in his scorecard. Centennial would have placed … [Read more...] about Centennial golfers place 12th at Warrior Invite, will host Peck Invite Wednesday

With 4 returning varsity regulars, Jaguars boast ‘incredible amount’ of potential

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With four of the top six players returning from last year's squad, the Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team has a strong nucleus to build around. But heading into the team's tryouts on Monday and Tuesday, Centennial coach Andrew Reedy said that there are no guaranteed spots in the Jaguars' lineup. "We have four guys who all made the varsity for a majority … [Read more...] about With 4 returning varsity regulars, Jaguars boast ‘incredible amount’ of potential

‘I can’t wait to get up there’: Centennial’s Miller to play golf at Iowa Central

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Ankeny Centennial golfer McCoy Miller has committed to play next year for Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge. Miller said it wasn't a difficult decision. "I reached out to some schools and had a couple reach out to me, but had a good visit with coach (Kris) Graewin and went on a visit to Iowa Central and it just felt like the right fit for … [Read more...] about ‘I can’t wait to get up there’: Centennial’s Miller to play golf at Iowa Central

‘I’ll always have great memories’: Miller closes out career by tying for 58th place

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Ankeny Centennial's McCoy Miller finished in a tie for 58th place in the boys' Class 4A state golf meet on Tuesday at Hyperion Field Club in Johnston. Miller shot an 8-over-par 80 in the final round to post a 36-hole total of 163. He had tied for 27th at last year's meet with a 157 total. "At the end of the day I am not happy with how I played, but I … [Read more...] about ‘I’ll always have great memories’: Miller closes out career by tying for 58th place