For the first time this season, the Ankeny Centennial baseball team was forced to battle deep into the late innings in both ends of a doubleheader on Monday. The top-ranked Jaguars went on to sweep No. 5 Dowling Catholic by scores of 2-1 and 5-1 on their home field, completing a sweep of the season series. They improved to 14-2 in the CIML Conference and … [Read more...] about No. 1 Jaguars outlast Dowling Catholic twice, complete sweep of season series
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Kennedy hits her 9th home run, but Jaguars fall to Waukee NW in 9 innings
The Ankeny Centennial softball team remains unbeaten in the CIML Conference, despite Monday's loss at Waukee Northwest. Ava Smith hit a walk-off home run with two outs in the ninth inning to give third-ranked Northwest a 2-1 victory over the No. 1 Jaguars. The contest was a non-conference game because the two teams had already played a conference … [Read more...] about Kennedy hits her 9th home run, but Jaguars fall to Waukee NW in 9 innings
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Mariah Belzer, Ankeny Centennial softball
Senior shortstop Mariah Belzer has helped the Ankeny Centennial softball team to a 21-2 record and a No. 1 ranking in Class 5A. Belzer is batting .380 with two home runs, five doubles and 16 RBIs. She has also stolen seven bases in seven attempts. Here is some inside info on Belzer: Congratulations on an outstanding season thus far. What has been … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Mariah Belzer, Ankeny Centennial softball
Jaguars celebrate Delaney’s birthday by sweeping doubleheader at Cedar Falls
The players on the Ankeny Centennial softball team wanted to make sure that coach Brett Delaney enjoyed his birthday on Friday. The top-ranked Jaguars did their part by sweeping a non-conference doubleheader at Cedar Falls. They rallied for a 4-3 win in the opener before completing the sweep with a 14-5 triumph. "We’re always motivated to take the win, … [Read more...] about Jaguars celebrate Delaney’s birthday by sweeping doubleheader at Cedar Falls
‘There’s a lot of games left’: No. 1 Jaguars split at Urbandale, stay in first place
The race for the CIML Conference baseball championship is far from over. Top-ranked Ankeny Centennial romped to a 12-1 victory in six innings in the first game of a doubleheader on Thursday at Urbandale, but the J-Hawks rebounded with a 2-1 win in the nightcap. Centennial continues to lead the league standings with a 12-2 record, but No. 3 Johnston … [Read more...] about ‘There’s a lot of games left’: No. 1 Jaguars split at Urbandale, stay in first place
No. 1 Jaguars blank Urbandale twice, move closer to CIML Conference crown
The Ankeny Centennial softball team moved closer to the CIML Conference title by sweeping a doubleheader on Thursday at Urbandale. The top-ranked Jaguars rolled to a 15-0 victory in three innings in the first game, then completed the sweep with a 3-0 win. They improved to 10-0 in the conference and 19-2 overall, while the J-Hawks' records dropped to 1-9 … [Read more...] about No. 1 Jaguars blank Urbandale twice, move closer to CIML Conference crown
After 3 years at Luther, Rhoads returns to Ankeny to take over swimming programs
Former Ankeny assistant boys' coach Dustin Rhoads has been named the head coach of the Ankeny boys' and girls' swimming programs. Rhoads was the associate head coach at Luther College for the last three years, helping both the men's and women's programs to American Rivers Conference championships in 2021-23. "I've had a great time at Luther," Rhoads … [Read more...] about After 3 years at Luther, Rhoads returns to Ankeny to take over swimming programs
Even with Easton Miller out of the lineup, No. 1 Jaguars continue to roll past foes
The Ankeny Centennial baseball team hasn't skipped a beat without its normal leadoff hitter. The top-ranked Jaguars rolled to a 13-2 victory over visiting Waukee in five innings on Wednesday. They played their third straight game without starting centerfielder Easton Miller, who left the opener of Monday's doubleheader against Waukee Northwest with a … [Read more...] about Even with Easton Miller out of the lineup, No. 1 Jaguars continue to roll past foes
Carlisle holds on for 3-1 victory, snaps Jaguars’ 13-game winning streak
The visiting Carlisle softball team snapped top-ranked Ankeny Centennial's 13-game winning streak with a 3-1 victory in a non-conference game on Tuesday. The Wildcats, who are ranked fifth in Class 4A, improved to 15-2 with their fifth straight win. Centennial's record dropped to 17-2. The Jaguars were held to seven hits by Addesyn Abel. Cora Boyle … [Read more...] about Carlisle holds on for 3-1 victory, snaps Jaguars’ 13-game winning streak
No. 1 Centennial pounds out 12 hits in 8-3 win over Norwalk, raises record to 18-1
Five different players had two hits apiece as the Ankeny Centennial baseball team defeated visiting Norwalk, 8-3, in a non-conference game on Tuesday. The top-ranked Jaguars used a four-run fourth inning to build a 6-0 lead. They pounded out 12 hits against a trio of Norwalk pitchers. Centennial improved to 18-1 on the season. The Warriors' record … [Read more...] about No. 1 Centennial pounds out 12 hits in 8-3 win over Norwalk, raises record to 18-1
‘Everything is just clicking’: Jaguars rally past Waukee NW to complete sweep
For five innings, the Ankeny Centennial baseball team didn't have an answer for Waukee Northwest righthander Grant Miller. In the end, though, the top-ranked Jaguars found a way to come out on top--just like they have all season. Centennial rallied for three runs in the sixth inning to post a 3-1 victory that completed a sweep of Monday's doubleheader … [Read more...] about ‘Everything is just clicking’: Jaguars rally past Waukee NW to complete sweep
STARRING ROLE: Addi’s walk-off hit in 9th inning allows Jags to sweep Waukee NW
It had been a rough night at the plate for Addi Starr. But when the Ankeny Centennial softball team needed her to come through, the junior third baseman delivered. Starr hit a walk-off single in the ninth inning to give the top-ranked Jaguars a 3-2 victory over No. 3 Waukee Northwest and complete a sweep of Monday's doubleheader against the visiting … [Read more...] about STARRING ROLE: Addi’s walk-off hit in 9th inning allows Jags to sweep Waukee NW
Centennial’s Gustafson named Class 2A girls’ tennis coach of the year
After her team enjoyed the best season in school history, Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis coach Alli Gustafson has been named the Class 2A coach of the year. Gustafson guided the Jaguars to a 12-3 record, capped off by a fourth-place finish in the Class 2A state team tournament. Six of her players also qualified for the individual state tournament, … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Gustafson named Class 2A girls’ tennis coach of the year
Bergan, Pennington, Pitz earn first-team honors in CIML Conference
Ankeny Centennial standouts Kate Bergan and Alanna Pennington have been named to the CIML Conference first team along with Ankeny star Jenna Pitz by a vote of the league's coaches. Pennington was previously a two-time first-team pick in the CIML Iowa Conference, while Bergan and Pitz were both honored last year before both schools joined the new nine-team … [Read more...] about Bergan, Pennington, Pitz earn first-team honors in CIML Conference
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Easton Pratt, Ankeny Centennial baseball
Senior pitcher Easton Pratt has helped the Ankeny Centennial baseball team to a 15-1 record and a No. 1 ranking in Class 4A. He tossed a four-hitter with five strikeouts as the Jaguars posted a 3-0 victory at Ankeny on Wednesday to complete a sweep of a doubleheader. Pratt has compiled a 4-0 mark with a 0.00 ERA. He has allowed no runs on nine hits in 21 … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Easton Pratt, Ankeny Centennial baseball
‘We treated it as any other game day’: Jaguars sweep Linn-Mar, avenge ’22 loss
In a rematch of last year's Class 5A regional final, the top-ranked Ankeny Centennial softball team rolled to a sweep at No. 5 Linn-Mar (Marion) in a non-conference doubleheader on Saturday. The Jaguars posted a 7-0 victory in the opener, then completed the sweep with a 10-0 win in six innings. They avenged last year's 9-4 loss to the Lions. "Going to … [Read more...] about ‘We treated it as any other game day’: Jaguars sweep Linn-Mar, avenge ’22 loss
Jaguars bounce back from loss with wins over Davenport Central, C.R. Kennedy
It didn't take long for the Ankeny Centennial baseball team to bounce back from its first loss of the season. The top-ranked Jaguars earned a pair of non-conference victories on Saturday at Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids. They rolled to a 16-2 win over Davenport Central in five innings, then followed with a 7-5 triumph over No. 4 Cedar Rapids … [Read more...] about Jaguars bounce back from loss with wins over Davenport Central, C.R. Kennedy
Centennial stars Duax, Heckenlaible named to CIML Conference first team
Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer standouts Ty Duax and Andrew Heckenlaible have been named to the CIML Conference first team by a vote of the league's coaches. The duo led the Jaguars to a 10-6 record and a trip to the Class 4A semifinals. Heckenlaible, a junior forward, racked up a team-high 12 goals and 31 points. He scored a goal in all four of his … [Read more...] about Centennial stars Duax, Heckenlaible named to CIML Conference first team
Moser, Pennington earn repeat all-state honors from Girls’ Coaches Association
Soccer standouts Jasmine Moser of Ankeny and Alanna Pennington of Ankeny Centennial were both repeat selections to the Class 3A all-state first team by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. They were joined on the squad by Jenna Pitz of Ankeny. Moser, a senior goalkeeper, made 45 saves while helping Ankeny to a 12-4-1 record. The Hawkettes qualified for … [Read more...] about Moser, Pennington earn repeat all-state honors from Girls’ Coaches Association
No. 1 Jaguars sweep Waterloo West, will visit No. 5 Linn-Mar on Saturday
The Ankeny Centennial softball team blasted three more home runs in the first game of a non-conference doubleheader sweep on Friday at Waterloo West. The top-ranked Jaguars rallied from an early 2-0 deficit to post a 9-4 win in the opener, then completed the sweep with a 10-0 victory. They extended their winning streak to nine games and improved to 13-1 … [Read more...] about No. 1 Jaguars sweep Waterloo West, will visit No. 5 Linn-Mar on Saturday