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Peck, Henning, Peters post victories during Hawkettes’ loss to No. 2 Waukee

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Although the location of Tuesday's dual meet was changed, the Ankeny girls' swimming team still had to face one of the state's top squads. Second-ranked Waukee was slated to host the dual meet, but it was moved to Ankeny due to a problem with the pool at the Waukee YMCA. The switch didn't seem to bother the Warriors, who won eight of the 12 events and … [Read more...] about Peck, Henning, Peters post victories during Hawkettes’ loss to No. 2 Waukee

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Peyton Goode, Ankeny Centennial football

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Junior Peyton Goode is a member of the Ankeny Centennial football team. He has played a variety of positions for the Jaguars, including quarterback. Goode has completed 5-of-14 passes for 85 yards. He has rushed for 66 yards on 23 carries and caught 11 passes for 125 yards and a touchdown. On defense, Goode has made 9.5 tackles, including six for … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Peyton Goode, Ankeny Centennial football

No. 1 teams Dowling, Cedar Rapids Xavier top Centennial volleyball squad

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A rare opportunity to play two top-ranked teams in the same day resulted in a pair of losses on Saturday for the Ankeny Centennial volleyball squad. The seventh-ranked Jaguars hosted a triangular meet against Dowling Catholic and Cedar Rapids Xavier, the No. 1 teams in Class 5A and 4A, respectively. "Overall, we played well," said Centennial coach … [Read more...] about No. 1 teams Dowling, Cedar Rapids Xavier top Centennial volleyball squad

Ankeny Fanatic Preps of the Week: Connor Cunningham and Andrew Poock

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Seniors Connor Cunningham and Andrew Poock are enjoying strong seasons for the Ankeny Centennial and Ankeny boys' cross country teams, respectively. Cunningham, who is ranked 15th in Class 4A, placed 12th in the A Division of the Fort Dodge Invitational on Thursday with a time of 16 minutes 55 seconds. He helped the 11th-ranked Jaguars to a fourth-place … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Preps of the Week: Connor Cunningham and Andrew Poock

Jaguars excited about the future after tying for 10th place in Class 4A meet

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Ankeny Centennial boys' golf coach Rick Fee preferred to look ahead to the future rather than reflect on his team's performance in the Class 4A state meet over the last two days at the Des Moines Golf and Country Club. The Jaguars will return most of the players who helped the team to tie for 10th place with a two-day total of 675. "We will bring back … [Read more...] about Jaguars excited about the future after tying for 10th place in Class 4A meet

Hawks, Jaguars receive first-round byes in Class 4A football playoffs

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The Ankeny football team was expected to receive a bye in the first round of the Class 4A playoffs. It turns out that Ankeny Centennial will get one, too. Both squads will get a week off before making their postseason debut in the second round of the playoffs on Friday, Oct. 23. The second-ranked Hawks (6-1) and Jaguars (1-5) are among the 28 teams … [Read more...] about Hawks, Jaguars receive first-round byes in Class 4A football playoffs

Jaguars look ahead to playoffs after ending regular season with loss at Valley

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The Ankeny Centennial football team was looking to build some momentum heading into the Class 4A playoffs. The Jaguars finally got some during the second half of Friday's regular-season finale at Valley. It was just a little too late. After Valley jumped out to a 27-0 halftime lead, Centennial outscored the Tigers in the second half, 10-0, to come … [Read more...] about Jaguars look ahead to playoffs after ending regular season with loss at Valley

Hawks, Jaguars look to make up ground during Saturday’s final round at state

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If the Ankeny boys' golf team hopes to contend for the Class 4A state title, the Hawks may need a few more shots like the one that ended Hunter Johnson's opening round on Friday. Johnson holed out from 75 yards on No. 18 for an eagle, allowing him to finish with a 4-over-par 76 at the Des Moines Golf and Country Club. He is tied for sixth place heading … [Read more...] about Hawks, Jaguars look to make up ground during Saturday’s final round at state

Hawkettes, Jaguars to host familiar opponents in Class 5A regional semifinals

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The Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial volleyball teams will both face familiar foes in postseason play. Both squads will host a Class 5A regional semifinal on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. against an opponent that they just swept on Tuesday. Second-ranked Ankeny (15-2) will meet Marshalltown (7-9) in Region 4, while No. 7 Centennial (12-7) will face Ames (4-11) … [Read more...] about Hawkettes, Jaguars to host familiar opponents in Class 5A regional semifinals

McMahon avenges her only loss, while Ankeny boys claim Fort Dodge crown

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Thursday was a good night for Lauren McMahon and the Ankeny girls' cross country team. The Ankeny boys' squad, and both Ankeny Centennial teams, also had some good performances at the Fort Dodge Invitational. The meet consisted of two separate pods so Ankeny's crosstown rivals did not race against each other. The top-ranked McMahon avenged her only … [Read more...] about McMahon avenges her only loss, while Ankeny boys claim Fort Dodge crown

Ankeny golfers seek their first state title, while Centennial looks to pull off surprise

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The Ankeny boys' golf team is looking to make some history this weekend. Ankeny Centennial could pull off a surprise and make some of its own. Both squads will be competing in the Class 4A state meet together for the first time ever. The meet will be held on Friday and Saturday at the Des Moines Golf and Country Club. Second-ranked Ankeny is one of … [Read more...] about Ankeny golfers seek their first state title, while Centennial looks to pull off surprise

Centennial snaps out of recent funk, hits .328 en route to sweep at Ames

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The Ankeny Centennial volleyball team got a much-needed victory on Tuesday at Ames. The fifth-ranked Jaguars posted a 25-15, 25-15, 25-17 triumph to snap out of a recent funk. They improved to 3-1 in the CIML Iowa Conference and 12-7 overall, while Ames' records dropped to 0-3 and 4-11. Centennial was coming off a difficult week that began with a … [Read more...] about Centennial snaps out of recent funk, hits .328 en route to sweep at Ames

Stout proud of Ankeny swimmers’ effort, passion and energy in loss to No. 4 Ames

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The Ames girls' swimming team is still a powerhouse--even without its longtime coach. The fourth-ranked Little Cyclones handed No. 7 Ankeny its first loss of the season on Tuesday at Trail Point Aquatics Center. They posted a 119-67 victory in the CIML Iowa Conference dual meet. The Ames swimmers have dedicated their season to Dan Flannery, who died of … [Read more...] about Stout proud of Ankeny swimmers’ effort, passion and energy in loss to No. 4 Ames

‘It just seemed like I would fit right in’: Centennial’s McAleer to play for Midland

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Ankeny Centennial senior Colin McAleer will continue his basketball career at the NAIA level. The sharpshooting guard has announced his verbal commitment to Midland University in Fremont, Neb. "I loved the coaching staff and the players," said McAleer. "I love what coach Oliver (Drake) is about. I was at Midland for my second time last weekend to watch … [Read more...] about ‘It just seemed like I would fit right in’: Centennial’s McAleer to play for Midland

Ankeny, Centennial golfers advance to state in same year for first time ever

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The Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' golf teams are both headed to the Class 4A state meet later this week. Both squads placed second in their respective district meets on Monday in similar fashion. The second-ranked Hawks and No. 6 Jaguars both tied for first place, but lost a tiebreaker for the district crown. This marks the first time that Ankeny … [Read more...] about Ankeny, Centennial golfers advance to state in same year for first time ever

Ankeny Fanatic Preps of the Week: Dylan Taylor and Jonathan Saddoris, boys’ golf

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Golfers Dylan Taylor of Ankeny and Jonathan Saddoris of Ankeny Centennial are both enjoying standout senior seasons for their respective teams and will play in a Class 4A district meet on Monday. Taylor carded a 78 to place seventh in the CIML Iowa Conference meet on Tuesday at Highland Park Golf Course in Mason City. He helped the undefeated and … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Preps of the Week: Dylan Taylor and Jonathan Saddoris, boys’ golf

Henning, Parton lead the way as tired Ankeny swimmers roll past Newton

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It's been a long week for the Ankeny girls' swimming team. That didn't stop the sixth-ranked Hawkettes from posting another convincing victory on Thursday. Ankeny won 10 of the 12 events and defeated visiting Newton, 137-47, in a non-conference dual meet at Trail Point Aquatics Center. The Hawkettes raised their overall record to 5-0. "Despite a … [Read more...] about Henning, Parton lead the way as tired Ankeny swimmers roll past Newton

Centennial boys, girls race to runner-up finishes at Knoxville Invitational

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After getting a week off, the Ankeny Centennial boys' and girls' cross country teams returned to action on Tuesday at the Knoxville Invitational. Both squads earned second-place finishes. In the boys' division, ninth-ranked Norwalk claimed the team title with 32 points, edging No. 10 Centennial by three points. No. 12 Urbandale was a distant third in … [Read more...] about Centennial boys, girls race to runner-up finishes at Knoxville Invitational

‘They have a lot of weapons’: Hawkettes top rival, will likely become No. 1 team

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Ankeny volleyball player Hannah Baier stopped to chat with Ankeny Centennial's Reagan Angus as she walked out of the Jaguars' gym on Tuesday night. There were no hard feelings after a hard-fought match between crosstown rivals. "We're all really close," Angus said. The second-ranked Hawkettes took control in the third set and went on to post a … [Read more...] about ‘They have a lot of weapons’: Hawkettes top rival, will likely become No. 1 team