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‘I’ve always known that I wanted to play there’: Petersen commits to Cyclones

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Ankeny Centennial offensive lineman Brady Petersen has been waiting for an offer from a Power 5 school. When he finally got one, he didn't hesitate to accept it. The 6-foot-5, 275-pound Petersen verbally committed to play for Iowa State on Saturday after receiving an offer from the Cyclones. "I knew I could play at that level, and Iowa State was my … [Read more...] about ‘I’ve always known that I wanted to play there’: Petersen commits to Cyclones

Pinegar chooses Sam Houston St. over FBS offers from Auburn, Washington St.

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Former Ankeny Centennial football standout Hunter Pinegar took an official visit to Sam Houston State this week. Before boarding a plane on Friday afternoon for the trip home, Pinegar verbally committed to play for the Bearkats this fall. "Believe the myth: Everything really is bigger in Texas," said Pinegar. "And second of all, everybody's love there … [Read more...] about Pinegar chooses Sam Houston St. over FBS offers from Auburn, Washington St.

Centennial punter Knief to sign letter of intent with St. Cloud State

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Ankeny Centennial senior Avery Knief has decided to follow in his sister's footsteps. Knief will sign a letter of intent on Wednesday to play football at St. Cloud State University next season. His sister, Kristine, is a junior on the St. Cloud State women's soccer team. "It'll help to have someone that will be within walking distance to help me if I … [Read more...] about Centennial punter Knief to sign letter of intent with St. Cloud State

Centennial’s Rodgers accepts PWO offer from Iowa State’s Campbell

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The weight has been lifted off Tyler Rodgers' shoulders. The Ankeny Centennial defensive back has decided to play football for Iowa State. He has accepted a preferred walk-on offer from head coach Matt Campbell. "I'm very excited. I'm glad it's finally all over now," said Rodgers. "It was very stressful. It was constantly on my mind, so I'm very … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Rodgers accepts PWO offer from Iowa State’s Campbell

Centennial’s Robinson named a second-team all-American

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It turns out that one all-American wasn't enough for the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team. Centennial star Devyn Robinson has been named to the 2018-19 American Family Insurance All-USA Girls Volleyball Team by PrepVolleyball.com in coordination with USA TODAY High School Sports based on past performance, level of competition and strength of schedule. … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Robinson named a second-team all-American

Centennial’s Pieper selected to play for U-17 U.S. National Team

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Ankeny Centennial junior Lucas Pieper got some unexpected news earlier this week. The 6-foot-1, 200-pound defensive end has been selected to play for the U-17 U.S. National Team and will compete in International Bowl X in January at AT&T Stadium, the home of the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas. "I was honestly pretty excited and shocked," said … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Pieper selected to play for U-17 U.S. National Team

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Noah Bethards, Ankeny Centennial football

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Noah Bethards of the Ankeny Centennial football team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. Bethards, a senior defensive end, helped Centennial to a 9-1 record. The Jaguars went undefeated during the regular season for the first time in school history. Bethards made 10 tackles, including three solo stops and two … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Noah Bethards, Ankeny Centennial football

Centennial DB Rodgers named to Class 4A all-state first team

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When the Ankeny Centennial football coaches moved Tyler Rodgers to safety during his sophomore year, it turned out to be a good decision. Rodgers became a stalwart for the Jaguars' defense over the next three seasons, helping the team to a 28-6 record during that stretch. He racked up 153.5 tackles in his career, including 58 while leading one of the … [Read more...] about Centennial DB Rodgers named to Class 4A all-state first team

Centennial’s Robinson, Sauer named to Elite all-state volleyball team

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Ankeny Centennial volleyball standouts Devyn Robinson and Kenna Sauer have been named to the Elite all-state team by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Both players were also selected to the Class 5A first team after leading the Jaguars to their fourth state title in five years. Robinson, a junior middle hitter, was a repeat selection to both squads. … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Robinson, Sauer named to Elite all-state volleyball team

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Gabe Godwin, Centennial football

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Senior running back Gabe Godwin helped the Ankeny Centennial football team to a 9-1 record this season. He rushed for 745 yards and eight touchdowns on 121 carries. Godwin had four 100-yard games on the season. He ran 24 times for 181 yards and three touchdowns in the Jaguars' 49-44 victory at Fort Dodge on Oct. 5. Here is some inside info on … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Gabe Godwin, Centennial football

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Riley Morgan, Centennial volleyball

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Senior setter Riley Morgan helped the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team to its fourth state championship in five years last week at the U.S. Cellular Center in Cedar Rapids. She dished out 34 assists as the second-ranked Jaguars swept No. 1 Cedar Falls in the Class 5A title match on Friday. Morgan finished her career with more than 1,000 assists, … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Riley Morgan, Centennial volleyball

BACK ON TOP: Jaguars dethrone Cedar Falls for their 4th state title

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The Ankeny Centennial volleyball team was not at full strength when the Jaguars lost to Cedar Falls at the Centennial Invitational on Aug. 25. The top-ranked Tigers discovered on Friday that one player can make a huge difference, especially when she's 6-foot-1 and can jump out of the gym. Devyn Robinson had 12 kills and three blocks to help the No. 2 … [Read more...] about BACK ON TOP: Jaguars dethrone Cedar Falls for their 4th state title

Sauer named all-tournament team captain for 2nd time in 3 years

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When Kenna Sauer was a sophomore in 2016, she enjoyed a dream season for the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team, earning all-tournament team captain honors after leading the Jaguars to the Class 5A state title. Sauer may have topped herself on Friday. The senior outside hitter smashed a kill from the left side to give second-ranked Centennial its fourth … [Read more...] about Sauer named all-tournament team captain for 2nd time in 3 years

The numbers behind Centennial’s stunning sweep over No. 1 Cedar Falls

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How did the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team pull off a stunning sweep in the Class 5A championship match against top-ranked Cedar Falls, which had dropped only two sets all year and entered the final with a 75-match winning streak? The numbers tell part of the story: * The Jaguars outhit Cedar Falls by a .266 to .168 margin. Both teams racked up 42 … [Read more...] about The numbers behind Centennial’s stunning sweep over No. 1 Cedar Falls

Jaguars outlast Valley in epic five-set semifinal thriller

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The jubilant voices of Ankeny Centennial volleyball players Devyn Robinson and Kenna Sauer could be heard in the bowels of the U.S. Cellular Center long before the duo entered the media interview room on Thursday at the state tournament in Cedar Rapids. When Robinson and Sauer finally made their entrance along with Centennial coach Jessica Rinehart, all … [Read more...] about Jaguars outlast Valley in epic five-set semifinal thriller

Jaguars hold off Dowling Catholic, earn rematch against No. 3 Valley

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There was no panic in the huddle after the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team lost to Dowling Catholic in Set 3 of a Class 5A quarterfinal at the state tournament on Tuesday. The Jaguars knew what they had to do. "I think what we have that the other teams don't is that we all trust each other," said Centennial middle hitter Megan Lively. "We all knew … [Read more...] about Jaguars hold off Dowling Catholic, earn rematch against No. 3 Valley