The undefeated Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team is now ranked 14th nationally in the latest spring rankings from United Soccer Coaches. Coach Brian Duax's team is also ranked second behind Jackson Hole (Wyo.) in the Region III rankings. The Jaguars currently boast a 10-0-2 record and are No. 1 in the Class 4A rankings for the second week in a row. They … [Read more...] about Unbeaten Centennial boys ranked No. 14 nationally by United Soccer Coaches
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Jaguars outlast Waukee girls on Jackson’s goal, Litchfield’s big save in final minutes
Two of the top girls' soccer teams in Class 3A appeared to be headed toward a scoreless draw on Friday night at Timberline Middle School. With less than 12 minutes remaining, third-ranked Ankeny Centennial had been unable to solve Waukee goalkeeper Morgan Lowry--who seemed to be on the verge of recording another clean sheet. Just one week earlier, … [Read more...] about Jaguars outlast Waukee girls on Jackson’s goal, Litchfield’s big save in final minutes
No. 1 Jaguars get 4 goals from Duax in victory over Waukee to remain unbeaten
Senior forward Tate Duax erupted for four goals to lead the top-ranked Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team to a 5-2 victory over visiting Waukee on Friday. Duax now has 18 goals on the season. He ranks second in Class 4A behind Cole Skinner of Southeast Polk, who has scored 19 goals. The win moved Centennial closer to the CIML Conference title. The … [Read more...] about No. 1 Jaguars get 4 goals from Duax in victory over Waukee to remain unbeaten
Jags, Hawks gear up for state qualifying meets after tune-up at conference
(Story by Stephen McDaniel) With the CIML Conference meet now in the books, the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' track teams have their eyes set on their respective Class 4A state qualifying meets. The Jaguars crowned five champions on their way to a sixth-place overall finish with 74 points, while the Hawks crowned one individual champion and one … [Read more...] about Jags, Hawks gear up for state qualifying meets after tune-up at conference
Ankeny golfers place 9th, Jaguars finish 11th in S.E. Polk Invite at Copper Creek
The Ankeny girls' golf team placed ninth in the Southeast Polk Invitational on Thursday at Copper Creek, finishing two spots ahead of Ankeny Centennial. The Hawkettes posted a 386 total. The Jaguars finished with a 396. "It was definitely a good learning opportunity," said Centennial coach Marty Kiepe. "Copper was playing difficult, and we struggled … [Read more...] about Ankeny golfers place 9th, Jaguars finish 11th in S.E. Polk Invite at Copper Creek
Jaguars edge Ankeny girls by 2.5 points for runner-up honors at conference meet
On a night when the Waukee Northwest girls' track team easily captured its third consecutive CIML Conference title, there was no reason for Ankeny or Ankeny Centennial to load up its lineup in Thursday's meet at Johnston. There are two more important meets coming up. "I'm just in two events tonight," said standout Ankeny sprinter Morgan Fisher. "It's … [Read more...] about Jaguars edge Ankeny girls by 2.5 points for runner-up honors at conference meet
Ankeny, Centennial boys’ tennis squads headed to substate team play in Class 2A
Both the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis teams have earned spots in postseason play from the Iowa High School Athletic Association. The Hawks (4-6) have been placed in Class 2A Substate 1. They will play at Waukee Northwest (9-0) in the semifinal round, with the winner to meet Indianola (8-5) or Sioux City North (12-1) in the final. The … [Read more...] about Ankeny, Centennial boys’ tennis squads headed to substate team play in Class 2A
Hawks, Jaguars keep substate hopes alive with victories in final conference meets
It was do-or-die for both the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis teams on Thursday. Both squads needed victories in their final CIML Conference meets to have any hope of advancing to substate play in Class 2A, and the Hawks and Jaguars came through in the clutch. Ankeny posted a 6-5 win over visiting Urbandale on its Senior Night. The Hawks got … [Read more...] about Hawks, Jaguars keep substate hopes alive with victories in final conference meets
Longtime assistant coach Willers hired to take over Centennial wrestling program
Ankeny Centennial has promoted one of Jay Groth's longtime assistant coaches to take over the Jaguars' wrestling program. Tyler Willers, an assistant under Groth for the last seven seasons, has been named head coach pending school board approval. "I'm very excited," said Willers. "I'm ready to get started." Willers was a four-time state placewinner … [Read more...] about Longtime assistant coach Willers hired to take over Centennial wrestling program
Johnston boys extend their winning streak to 7 with 11-0 victory over Centennial
Despite a couple of close matches, the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team dropped an 11-0 decision at Johnston on Tuesday. The victory was the seventh in a row for the Dragons, whose only loss came at Waukee Northwest on April 16. They finished 7-1 in the CIML Conference and improved to 8-1 overall, while Centennial's records fell to 1-6 and 3-7. “We … [Read more...] about Johnston boys extend their winning streak to 7 with 11-0 victory over Centennial
‘This was a blessing in disguise’: Jags play Copper Creek for 1st of 3 times in 9 days
The Ankeny Centennial girls' golf team will become very familiar with Southeast Polk's home course over the next nine days. The Jaguars shot a 199 and placed third in their final CIML Conference triangular meet on Tuesday at Copper Creek. They will return to Pleasant Hill on Thursday for the Southeast Polk Invitational, then will play Copper Creek for a … [Read more...] about ‘This was a blessing in disguise’: Jags play Copper Creek for 1st of 3 times in 9 days
‘Don’t come out complacent’: No. 1 Jags listen to coach, post 4-0 win over Ames
(Story by Stephen McDaniel) The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer players aren't letting their lofty status in the latest IHSAA Class 4A rankings go to their heads. The newly top-ranked Jaguars are just focused on doing the things that have helped them reach this point. Centennial did just that Monday night as the Jaguars posted a 4-0 clean sheet … [Read more...] about ‘Don’t come out complacent’: No. 1 Jags listen to coach, post 4-0 win over Ames
‘We put everything on the line’: Jaguars roll to 7-0 victory over No. 12 Mason City
After a long weekend in Bettendorf, the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team showed no signs of fatigue on Monday night. The third-ranked Jaguars scored three goals in the first 11 minutes and went on to defeat No. 12 Mason City, 7-0, in a non-conference game at Northview. "I am proud of the level we played at coming out of a three-game weekend," said … [Read more...] about ‘We put everything on the line’: Jaguars roll to 7-0 victory over No. 12 Mason City
‘It was a great day to be a Jag!’: Centennial girls shoot 367, place 5th at Dragon Invite
With only a few weeks left in the season, the Ankeny Centennial girls' golf team appears to be peaking at the right time. The Jaguars placed fifth among 10 squads in the Dragon Invitational on Monday at Jester Park. They posted a season-best score of 367. "It was a great day to be a Jag!" said Centennial coach Marty Kiepe. "I couldn’t be more proud of … [Read more...] about ‘It was a great day to be a Jag!’: Centennial girls shoot 367, place 5th at Dragon Invite
Jaguars take over No. 1 spot in Class 4A boys’ soccer rankings from IHSAA
The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team has taken over the No. 1 spot in the latest Class 4A rankings from the Iowa High School Athletic Association. The Jaguars are off to an 8-0-2 start and sit atop the CIML Conference standings at 3-0-2. No. 2 Cedar Rapids Prairie also remains unbeaten with an 8-0-1 record. The CIML boasts five teams among the top … [Read more...] about Jaguars take over No. 1 spot in Class 4A boys’ soccer rankings from IHSAA
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Evie Boyle, Ankeny Centennial girls’ soccer
Senior defender Evie Boyle has scored a pair of goals while helping the third-ranked Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team to a 7-1-1 record this season. The Jaguars went 2-0-1 this weekend at the Tournament of Champions in Bettendorf, capped off by a 2-2 draw against Middleton (Wis.) on Saturday. Boyle had an assist on Friday as Centennial opened the … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Evie Boyle, Ankeny Centennial girls’ soccer
‘It was definitely a turning point’: Jaguars finish 2-0-1 at Tournament of Champions
After rallying from a two-goal deficit, the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team was more than happy to settle for a draw in its final game at the Tournament of Champions on Saturday at Bettendorf. The third-ranked Jaguars overcame a 2-0 deficit against Middleton (Wis.) with goals by Gaby Berger and Grace Poskevich. When time expired at the end of … [Read more...] about ‘It was definitely a turning point’: Jaguars finish 2-0-1 at Tournament of Champions
‘It was a great first half’: Jags get 2 goals from Duax in victory over Iowa City West
After a dominant first half, the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team cruised to a 2-0 victory over visiting Iowa City West in a non-conference game on Friday. The second-ranked Jaguars got a pair of goals from Tate Duax in the opening half, and that proved to be enough against the No. 8 team in Class 4A. Lucas De la Cuba and Brock Brazeau each had an … [Read more...] about ‘It was a great first half’: Jags get 2 goals from Duax in victory over Iowa City West
‘We had chances against Waukee’: Jags drop 8-3 decision on their Senior Night
The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team was hoping to celebrate its Senior Night with a victory, but visiting Waukee had other ideas. The Warriors won four of the five doubles matches to defeat Centennial, 8-3, in a CIML Conference meet on Thursday. They improved to 4-2 in the league and 4-3 overall, while the Jaguars' records dropped to 1-5 and … [Read more...] about ‘We had chances against Waukee’: Jags drop 8-3 decision on their Senior Night
Jaguars defend their title at West Marshall Relays, will gear up for conference meet
The Ankeny Centennial boys' track team easily defended its title at the West Marshall Relays on Thursday in State Center. The Jaguars won four events and racked up 180 points. Baxter was the runner-up with 128.5 points, followed by Lynnville-Sully with 115. Three of Centennial's wins came in the field events. Johnathan Gilbert took the shot put with a … [Read more...] about Jaguars defend their title at West Marshall Relays, will gear up for conference meet