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Centennial golfers edge Hawkettes by 4 strokes, earn first win over rival since ’18

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For the first time since 2018, the Ankeny Centennial girls' golf team won a dual meet against its crosstown rival. The Jaguars defeated Ankeny, 195-199, on Tuesday at Otter Creek Golf Course. They raised their record to 2-1 in the CIML Iowa Conference, while the Hawkettes dropped to 1-1. "Considering the cold weather, we were happy with breaking the … [Read more...] about Centennial golfers edge Hawkettes by 4 strokes, earn first win over rival since ’18

‘It was an awesome team effort’: Jaguars dominate 2nd half for 5-0 win over SEP

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It took awhile for the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team to figure out its opponent on a chilly Monday night. After scoring just one goal in the first half, the fourth-ranked Jaguars added four more in the second half to defeat visiting Southeast Polk, 5-0, in a non-conference game. "All in all, it was an awesome team effort," said Centennial … [Read more...] about ‘It was an awesome team effort’: Jaguars dominate 2nd half for 5-0 win over SEP

Jaguars overcome blustery conditions, beat Marshalltown for coach’s first victory

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team picked up its first win under new coach Alli Gustafson on Monday. The Jaguars posted a 7-4 victory at Marshalltown on a cold and windy afternoon. They improved to 1-1 in the CIML Iowa Conference and 1-2 overall, while the Bobcats' records dropped to 0-1 and 0-3. "When the meet started, the temperature was 32 … [Read more...] about Jaguars overcome blustery conditions, beat Marshalltown for coach’s first victory

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Evan Larson, Ankeny Centennial boys’ soccer

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Senior defender Evan Larson has helped the sixth-ranked Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team to a 6-1 record. The Jaguars posted a 5-0 victory at Southeast Polk on Friday after defeating visiting Urbandale, 3-2, in a shootout on Tuesday. Larson played a key role on last year's squad that went 15-5 and qualified for the Class 3A state tournament. He was … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Evan Larson, Ankeny Centennial boys’ soccer

Hawks earn 4 victories at Duncan Invite; Centennial’s Dietz captures shot put

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Saturday was a good day for the Ankeny boys' track team. It wasn't bad for Ankeny Centennial either. The two squads combined for five victories in the Jim Duncan Invitational at Drake Stadium. The Hawks had four of those wins on a chilly day. "We competed very well," said Ankeny coach Nick Nelson. "It was a long, cold day, but the athletes showed up … [Read more...] about Hawks earn 4 victories at Duncan Invite; Centennial’s Dietz captures shot put

Hawkettes win 4 events at Jim Duncan Invite; Jaguars get ‘a lot of nice efforts’

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The Ankeny girls' track team showed off its many strengths in the Jim Duncan Invitational on Saturday at Drake Stadium. Crosstown rival Ankeny Centennial enjoyed a few highlights, too. The Hawkettes won four events and had six other top-five finishes. "Every meet we feel like we put another few pieces together," said Ankeny coach Thomas Cotter. "We … [Read more...] about Hawkettes win 4 events at Jim Duncan Invite; Jaguars get ‘a lot of nice efforts’

Jaguars edge Bettendorf, then tumble to Cedar Falls at Marshalltown Invitational

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team split a pair of matches on Saturday at the Marshalltown Invitational. The Jaguars defeated Bettendorf, 5-4, for their first win of the season. They later dropped a 10-1 decision to Cedar Falls. "We are getting better every week," said Centennial coach Tami Lewton, whose team is now 1-3 on the year. "When … [Read more...] about Jaguars edge Bettendorf, then tumble to Cedar Falls at Marshalltown Invitational

No. 1 Valley girls score late goal to win showdown against No. 4 Centennial

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Don't be surprised if the Ankeny Centennial and Valley girls' soccer teams meet again. The two CIML rivals have collided in the Class 3A state tournament in two of the last four seasons. Top-ranked Valley escaped with a 1-0 victory on Friday in a non-conference game at No. 4 Centennial. The contest was played amid chilly conditions. "We definitely … [Read more...] about No. 1 Valley girls score late goal to win showdown against No. 4 Centennial

‘It’s really fun to watch’: Heckenlaible gets hat trick; Jaguars roll past S.E. Polk

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Truckie found another gear on Friday night. Andrew Heckenlaible recorded a hat trick in the first half, and the fourth-ranked Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team went on to post a 5-0 victory at Southeast Polk in a non-conference game. "He played well tonight," Centennial coach Brian Duax said of Heckenlaible. "When him and Ty (Duax) and Rashidi … [Read more...] about ‘It’s really fun to watch’: Heckenlaible gets hat trick; Jaguars roll past S.E. Polk

Peterson wins twice, but Jaguars suffer 9-2 loss to unbeaten Valley boys

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Despite some strong performances by Caleb Peterson, the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team dropped a 9-2 decision at Valley in a non-conference meet on Friday. Peterson rolled to a 6-1, 6-2 victory over Cam Johnson in the No. 1 singles match. He then teamed up with Kellen Jones for a 6-1, 6-4 triumph over Johnson and Beck Sissel at No. 1 … [Read more...] about Peterson wins twice, but Jaguars suffer 9-2 loss to unbeaten Valley boys

Centennial golfers beat Dodgers, even their record at 1-1 in Iowa Conference

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Friday was another tough day to be on a golf course. The Ankeny Centennial girls' golf team made the best of it. The Jaguars evened their record at 1-1 in the CIML Iowa Conference with a 188-217 victory over Fort Dodge in a dual meet at the Fort Dodge Country Club. "It was a cold day up there," said Ankeny coach John Petersen. "I was proud of our … [Read more...] about Centennial golfers beat Dodgers, even their record at 1-1 in Iowa Conference

Jaguars win 4×200 and 4×400 relays, place 4th overall at Hi Covey Relays

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A pair of relay victories helped the Ankeny Centennial boys' track team to a fourth-place finish overall in the Hi Covey Relays on Tuesday at Ames. The Jaguars won both the 4x200 and 4x400 relays. They finished with 108 points in the seven-team meet. Iowa City High captured the team title with 203 points. Cedar Rapids Kennedy was second with … [Read more...] about Jaguars win 4×200 and 4×400 relays, place 4th overall at Hi Covey Relays

Jaguars place 3rd at Oldham Invitational behind Waukee Northwest, Johnston

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A chance to compete in the Craig Oldham Invitational on Tuesday at Johnston was all that the Ankeny Centennial girls' track athletes could ask for. "Just like last week, we weren't sure we'd even get this meet in, so to get the whole thing run is a blessing in itself," said Centennial coach Andrew Kruzich. "I thought our girls really did a nice job … [Read more...] about Jaguars place 3rd at Oldham Invitational behind Waukee Northwest, Johnston

WHAT A WIN(D)!: Jaguars survive gusty conditions, shootout to beat Urbandale

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer players proved a lot to themselves on Tuesday night. The fourth-ranked Jaguars showed that they can defeat one of the state's best teams while also overcoming some adverse conditions. Playing on its home turf amid strong and gusty winds, Centennial went to a shootout against No. 2 Urbandale and eventually emerged with … [Read more...] about WHAT A WIN(D)!: Jaguars survive gusty conditions, shootout to beat Urbandale

‘The girls were disappointed’: Jaguars fall to Waukee Northwest on Senior Night

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' golf team celebrated its Senior Night on Tuesday at Briarwood Golf Club. Unfortunately, the Jaguars couldn't celebrate a victory, too. Centennial dropped a 181-197 decision to Waukee Northwest in its CIML Iowa Conference opener. The Jaguars were coming off a runner-up finish in the Centennial Invitational on Monday. "The … [Read more...] about ‘The girls were disappointed’: Jaguars fall to Waukee Northwest on Senior Night

Drefke leads Jaguars to runner-up finish at Centennial Invite; Ankeny places 7th

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Some ideal weather conditions greeted the 10 teams that participated in the Ankeny Centennial Invitational girls' golf meet on Monday at Briarwood Golf Club. Temperatures in the 60s with very little wind were a welcome relief following two weeks of cold and rainy weather that made practicing difficult. "What a beautiful day to start off the year!" said … [Read more...] about Drefke leads Jaguars to runner-up finish at Centennial Invite; Ankeny places 7th

Jaguars compete against many of CIML’s top teams at Johnston Invitational

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Monday's Johnston Invitational girls' tennis tournament featured many of the top teams in the CIML. Ankeny Centennial competed in the six-team event along with Dowling Catholic, Southeast Polk, Valley, Waukee and the host Dragons. Each school played a dual meet consisting of a nine-game pro set against the other five squads. "The girls played so well," … [Read more...] about Jaguars compete against many of CIML’s top teams at Johnston Invitational

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Esther Guan, Ankeny Centennial girls’ tennis

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Junior Esther Guan is the top returning player for the Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team. She helped the Jaguars to a 9-3 record last season, including a trip to the Class 2A state team tournament. Guan and her sister, Claudia, teamed up for a sixth-place finish in the Class 2A doubles tournament. It equaled the highest doubles finish in school … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Esther Guan, Ankeny Centennial girls’ tennis

Hawks win 4×400 relay, place 5th at Brooks Relays; Centennial finishes 8th

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The Ankeny boys' track team placed fifth in the Brooks Relays on Saturday at Valley, while Ankeny Centennial finished eighth in the 11-team field. Iowa City High won the meet with 142 points, edging Dowling Catholic by seven points. The Hawks finished with 60 points. "The guys really competed well," said Ankeny coach Nick Nelson. "We were very excited … [Read more...] about Hawks win 4×400 relay, place 5th at Brooks Relays; Centennial finishes 8th