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After winning coin flip, Jaguars take the wind, roll to 5-0 triumph over Norwalk

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The opening coin flip proved to be a critical factor in Friday's boys' soccer game between Ankeny Centennial and visiting Norwalk. The Jaguars took advantage of a strong wind to score three goals in the first half and went on to post a 5-0 victory in the non-conference contest. "We had a feeling that the wind was going to die, so if we won the coin … [Read more...] about After winning coin flip, Jaguars take the wind, roll to 5-0 triumph over Norwalk

Martin’s goal in double OT lifts Centennial girls to 1-0 victory at Johnston

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer program has often relied on girls' basketball players to make the quick transition to the soccer pitch in the spring. Meg Brandt helped Centennial to a girls' basketball state title in 2016. She then led the Jaguars to another championship in soccer just a few months later. Current Centennial senior Elle Street has … [Read more...] about Martin’s goal in double OT lifts Centennial girls to 1-0 victory at Johnston

‘I’m very excited to be a Jaguar’: Lingren named Centennial Activities Director

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Nate Lingren has been named the Activities Director at Ankeny Centennial. He will replace Robert Scott at the end of the school year. Lingren, a Denison native, has been the Assistant Activities Director at Valley High School for the last six years. "I'm very excited to be a Jaguar," Lingren said in an introductory video. "Wearing the sliver and black … [Read more...] about ‘I’m very excited to be a Jaguar’: Lingren named Centennial Activities Director

‘Luckily, the coaches agreed!’: Henning reaches out to SDSU, will swim for Jacks

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Ankeny swimming standout Alexis Henning has verbally committed to join the women's swimming and diving program at South Dakota State. Henning said she visited only a few schools before making her decision. "I had a small number of schools I was focused on to study architecture. I was lucky to find the type of school I was looking for that also had a … [Read more...] about ‘Luckily, the coaches agreed!’: Henning reaches out to SDSU, will swim for Jacks

Ishibwami shines against former team as Jaguars post 3-0 win over Roosevelt

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The Des Moines Roosevelt boys' soccer team opened its season on Tuesday against a familiar foe. Rashidi Ishibwami scored a goal and added an assist to lead Ankeny Centennial to a 3-0 victory over the Roughriders in a non-conference game at Cownie Park. Ishibwami, a junior, transferred from Roosevelt to Centennial before the start of the school … [Read more...] about Ishibwami shines against former team as Jaguars post 3-0 win over Roosevelt

Crosstown battle: Jaguars place 2nd, Hawks finish 4th at Northwest Invite

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Tuesday's Waukee Northwest Invitational provided an opportunity for the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' track teams to get an early look at their crosstown rival. The Hawks and Jaguars were joined in the four-team field by host Northwest and Valley. Only the seven relay events were scored. Northwest won the meet with 58 points. Centennial took … [Read more...] about Crosstown battle: Jaguars place 2nd, Hawks finish 4th at Northwest Invite

Goals by Compton, Hilton lift Centennial girls to 2-0 victory at Urbandale

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It took awhile for the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team to adjust to the wet conditions on Tuesday. The fourth-ranked Jaguars still managed to post a 2-0 victory at Urbandale in a non-conference game. "The turf was definitely wet and caused the ball to skip a little bit unusually," said Centennial coach Chris Allen. "When you try to play the ball … [Read more...] about Goals by Compton, Hilton lift Centennial girls to 2-0 victory at Urbandale

Jaguars place 2nd in all 7 relays, earn runner-up finish overall at S.E. Polk Invite

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On a wet and windy night, the Ankeny Centennial girls' track team earned a runner-up finish in the Southeast Polk Invitational on Tuesday. The Jaguars scored 56 of their 184 points in the relays--placing second in all seven of the relay events. "We ran competitively on the track," said Centennial coach Andrew Kruzich. "We've got some work to do on … [Read more...] about Jaguars place 2nd in all 7 relays, earn runner-up finish overall at S.E. Polk Invite

Valley girls post 6-0 victory over Centennial in meet shortened due to rain

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A tough opponent and some rainy weather proved to be a difficult combination on Tuesday for the Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team. Visiting Valley posted a 6-0 victory in a non-conference meet at the Prairie Ridge courts. The contest was called off due to rain before the doubles matches began. "Valley is such a great team--one of the best in the … [Read more...] about Valley girls post 6-0 victory over Centennial in meet shortened due to rain

Centennial boys’ tennis team opens season with 7-4 loss to Little Cyclones

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team opened its season on Monday with a 7-4 loss at Ames in a CIML Iowa Conference matchup. The Little Cyclones won four of the six singles matches and three of the five doubles contests. "We had a lot of guys playing in their first varsity meet ever, and some of our inexperience showed," said Centennial coach Tami … [Read more...] about Centennial boys’ tennis team opens season with 7-4 loss to Little Cyclones

‘Our team battled hard’: Centennial girls drop 6-5 decision to Ames in opener

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team got off to a good start in Monday's season-opening dual meet against visiting Ames. The Jaguars won four of the six singles matches to take a 4-2 lead, but Ames then rallied for a 6-5 victory in the CIML Iowa Conference matchup by winning four of the five doubles matches. "Our team battled hard," said Centennial … [Read more...] about ‘Our team battled hard’: Centennial girls drop 6-5 decision to Ames in opener

Centennial libero Becker commits to play volleyball at Cornell College

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Ankeny Centennial volleyball standout Ella Becker has committed to play for Cornell College. Becker, a senior libero, announced her decision via Twitter on Friday. "I'm beyond excited to announce my commitment to continue my academic and volleyball career at Cornell College!" Becker tweeted. "Thank you to my parents, coaches, and teammates who … [Read more...] about Centennial libero Becker commits to play volleyball at Cornell College

Centennial boys post two shutouts, finish 2-1 at Iowa City West Invitational

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It wasn't a perfect weekend for the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team. But coach Brian Duax will take it. The Jaguars opened their season by winning two of three games at the Iowa City West Invitational. They posted 4-0 victories over Iowa City West and Muscatine--sandwiched around a 2-1 loss to Iowa City High. "We beat Muscatine after they beat … [Read more...] about Centennial boys post two shutouts, finish 2-1 at Iowa City West Invitational

Jaguars fall to C.B. Lincoln in overtime, then rebound with 4-0 win over Waukee

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team didn't have much time to regroup from a loss on Friday night. After dropping a 2-1 overtime decision to fifth-ranked Council Bluffs Lincoln, the No. 4 Jaguars returned to the pitch on Saturday morning and posted a 4-0 victory over Waukee in their final game of the Crosstown Invitational. "We talked about our … [Read more...] about Jaguars fall to C.B. Lincoln in overtime, then rebound with 4-0 win over Waukee

Leazer sweeps jumping events, leads Jaguars to title at Johnston Quadrangular

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' track team finally got a chance to compete on Friday. The Jaguars didn't let the opportunity go to waste. Centennial won the Johnston Quadrangular with 185 points, defeating a strong field. Dowling Catholic was second with 177 points, followed by Johnston with 171 and Valley with 164. "We had a fun night," said … [Read more...] about Leazer sweeps jumping events, leads Jaguars to title at Johnston Quadrangular

Pennington scores 4 goals, leads Jaguars past Marshalltown in season opener

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team overcame the blustery conditions to open its season with a 10-0 victory over visiting Marshalltown in a CIML Iowa Conference game on Tuesday. The Jaguars built a 5-0 halftime lead, then added five more goals in the second half before the contest ended in the 59th minute due to the mercy rule. "When we were … [Read more...] about Pennington scores 4 goals, leads Jaguars past Marshalltown in season opener

With 8 returning varsity golfers, Jaguars looking to be more competitive

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As the Ankeny Centennial girls' golf team prepares for its season opener on April 5 at Fort Dodge, Mother Nature has not made things easy for the Jaguars. Centennial coach John Petersen said the cold, rainy and windy conditions this spring have prevented his players from getting much time on the golf course. "The weather has made practices difficult," … [Read more...] about With 8 returning varsity golfers, Jaguars looking to be more competitive

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Maraye Breeding, Centennial girls’ track

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Senior Maraye Breeding is one of 12 returning state qualifiers for the Ankeny Centennial girls' track team. She helped the Jaguars to a 14th-place finish in last year's Class 4A state meet. Breeding ran on the fifth-place 4x200 relay which set a school record with a time of 1:45.05. She also ran on the 14th-place shuttle hurdle relay. Here is some … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Maraye Breeding, Centennial girls’ track