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Abbie Peterson returns to court, helps Jags past Urbandale in season opener

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Abbie Peterson's high school tennis career isn't over after all. The two-time state placewinner had planned to skip her senior season at Ankeny Centennial in order to focus on preparing for her collegiate career at Northern Iowa. But Peterson had a change of heart and rejoined the Jaguars' squad earlier this week. On Thursday, Peterson won both of her … [Read more...] about Abbie Peterson returns to court, helps Jags past Urbandale in season opener

Fearless Jaguars score twice on corner kicks, top Urbandale in CIML opener

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Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer coach Chris Allen likes the fact that his players are fearless. That mentality paid off in a big way on Tuesday. The seventh-ranked Jaguars scored both of their goals off corner kicks and defeated No. 14 Urbandale, 2-0, in a CIML Conference opener at Centennial. "I think it speaks well of the girls right now," said … [Read more...] about Fearless Jaguars score twice on corner kicks, top Urbandale in CIML opener

‘We got a lot of guys some minutes’: Jags score often in 7-0 win over Mason City

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It didn't take long for the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team to gain control of Tuesday's non-conference game against visiting Mason City. Isaac Keninger found the net about 1 minute into the contest, the Jaguars added three more goals in the first half and went on to post a 7-0 victory at Northview Middle School. "We worked on some things," said … [Read more...] about ‘We got a lot of guys some minutes’: Jags score often in 7-0 win over Mason City

‘We were exhausted’: Jaguars split pair of shootouts at Iowa City West Invitational

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The players on the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team got some much-needed rest on Sunday. The Jaguars went 1-2 in the Iowa City West Invitational on Friday and Saturday, completing a grueling stretch of four games in 48 hours that began with Thursday's 4-3 loss at Urbandale. "We were exhausted," said Centennial coach Brian Duax, whose team is now 1-3 … [Read more...] about ‘We were exhausted’: Jaguars split pair of shootouts at Iowa City West Invitational

Centennial girls fall to Russmann, No. 6 Pleasant Valley in double OT, 3-2

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A win over Pleasant Valley would have provided a huge boost for the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team. Even a 3-2 loss in double overtime showed the seventh-ranked Jaguars that they can play with one of the state's top squads. "I think we can definitely take some positives away from this," said Centennial junior Ava Martin, who scored both of her … [Read more...] about Centennial girls fall to Russmann, No. 6 Pleasant Valley in double OT, 3-2

Jaguars win 4 events, earn 14 other top-3 finishes at unscored Dragon Invitational

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The first outdoor meet of the season for the Ankeny Centennial girls' track team proved to be a successful one. The Jaguars won four events and had 14 other top-three finishes in the Dragon Invitational on Thursday at Johnston. No team scores were kept. "We took a large squad over there, and it was great to have so many girls competing," said … [Read more...] about Jaguars win 4 events, earn 14 other top-3 finishes at unscored Dragon Invitational

‘Wayne State felt like a family’: Jaguars’ Miller to play volleyball for Wildcats

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Ankeny Centennial volleyball standout Delaney Miller has verbally committed to play for Wayne State College. Miller said she looked at several different schools in a variety of conferences and different divisions. "The recruiting process is long and complicated, and it was really tough trying to narrow down schools and try to find what was best for … [Read more...] about ‘Wayne State felt like a family’: Jaguars’ Miller to play volleyball for Wildcats

Centennial boys capture 7 events, including 4 relays, at Early Bird Relays

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' track team won seven events in the Early Bird Relays on Thursday at Waukee Northwest. No team scores were kept at the meet, where Ankeny also competed. The Hawks withheld most of their top athletes with the Dallas Center-Grimes Invitational coming up on Saturday. "We got some younger guys that have been working really hard … [Read more...] about Centennial boys capture 7 events, including 4 relays, at Early Bird Relays

‘We hope to make her proud’: Jaguars drop opener without coach Lewton

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team opened the season on Thursday with an 8-3 loss to visiting Des Moines Roosevelt in a non-conference meet at the Prairie Ridge courts. The Jaguars were without head coach Tami Lewton, who has been hospitalized for the last several weeks as she battles a serious illness. Ankeny swimming coach Dustin Rhoads has joined … [Read more...] about ‘We hope to make her proud’: Jaguars drop opener without coach Lewton

‘We made many mistakes’: Jaguars open season with 4-3 loss at Urbandale

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team won't have to wait long to get back onto the field. After dropping a 4-3 decision at Urbandale in their season opener on Thursday, the Jaguars will head to Iowa City West on Friday for three more contests this weekend. "It was not the start we were hoping for, but lots of good things came out of the game," said … [Read more...] about ‘We made many mistakes’: Jaguars open season with 4-3 loss at Urbandale

With 6 returning all-conference players, Jaguars look to contend for 3A crown

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Although one of its top returning players will miss the season due to an injury, the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team still boasts a talented roster. Six all-conference players are back from last year's squad that posted a 10-7-1 record and advanced to the Class 3A state tournament. "Our returners have expressed a desire to make it back to state, … [Read more...] about With 6 returning all-conference players, Jaguars look to contend for 3A crown

Jaguars return much of varsity lineup, but will have to replace state runner-up

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Despite returning many of its varsity players, the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team will have to fill a gaping hole at the top of the Jaguars' lineup. Caleb Peterson graduated after posting a 20-1 record and placing second in the Class 2A state singles tournament a year ago. He took fifth as a junior and finished sixth in doubles while playing with Nic … [Read more...] about Jaguars return much of varsity lineup, but will have to replace state runner-up

‘I see a lot of potential in our golfers’: Jaguars return Drefke, 2 other regulars

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Ankeny Centennial senior Payton Drefke has already enjoyed a tremendous high school golf career. The Augustana University (S.D.) recruit now has one final season to close it out in style. "I know Payton will want to be one of the top golfers in the state," said Centennial coach John Petersen. Drefke is a two-time state placewinner. She tied for 15th … [Read more...] about ‘I see a lot of potential in our golfers’: Jaguars return Drefke, 2 other regulars

Jaguars win 6 events, capture Class A division and overall title at Roth Relays

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' track team won the Class A division and also captured the overall crown in the Steve Roth Relays on Thursday at Washington. The Jaguars racked up 175 points in the large-school division. Mediapolis won the Class B title and placed second overall among 28 teams with 152 points, while Columbus Junction took the Class C crown and … [Read more...] about Jaguars win 6 events, capture Class A division and overall title at Roth Relays

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Jack Lincoln, Ankeny Centennial junior

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Because of the gap between the winter and spring sports seasons, this seemed like a good week to do something a little different with the Ankeny Fanatic prep of the week feature sponsored by Revive Clinic and Spa. Here's an interview with Special Olympic athlete Jack Lincoln, a junior at Ankeny Centennial: Congratulations on winning two gold medals in … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Jack Lincoln, Ankeny Centennial junior

Centennial girls look to build on success following historic campaign in 2023

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A year ago, the Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team enjoyed an historic season. Now, the Jaguars are looking to build on that success. "I have several goals for this season," said Centennial coach Alli Gustafson. "First, I would love for every player to see improvement on an individual level. I also hope to help my players continue to develop … [Read more...] about Centennial girls look to build on success following historic campaign in 2023

Expectations remain high for Jaguars despite heavy losses from last year

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Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer coach Brian Duax will be relying more than ever on his son Ty. Ty Duax, a senior midfielder, is one of just five returning starters from last year's team that posted a 10-6 record and reached the Class 4A semifinals. The Jaguars graduated several key players and will also have to replace all-state forward Andrew … [Read more...] about Expectations remain high for Jaguars despite heavy losses from last year