The winning streak has finally ended. The top-ranked Ankeny Centennial baseball team suffered its first loss on Thursday as visiting Southeast Polk posted a 5-1 victory over the Jaguars. The No. 5 Rams used a three-run second inning to build a 4-0 lead and then held on for the win behind Carson Medina, who tossed a three-hitter and had nine strikeouts in … [Read more...] about S.E. Polk’s Medina tosses 3-hitter, hands No. 1 Jaguars their first loss of season
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Jaguars take over No. 1 spot in rankings, then top Dowling in make-up game
After taking over the No. 1 spot in the latest Class 5A rankings, the Ankeny Centennial softball team extended its winning streak to seven games with a 6-2 victory at Dowling Catholic on Thursday. The contest was a make-up game that was previously postponed due to rain on May 30. The Jaguars improved to 6-0 in the CIML Conference and 11-1 overall. … [Read more...] about Jaguars take over No. 1 spot in rankings, then top Dowling in make-up game
Alberhasky, Pratt toss back-to-back gems in Centennial’s sweep over Hawks
The Ankeny Centennial baseball team just keeps rolling along. The top-ranked Jaguars remained unbeaten by sweeping a doubleheader on Wednesday at Ankeny. They posted a 3-0 victory in the nightcap after winning the opener, 4-1. Centennial improved to 8-0 in the CIML Conference and 13-0 overall. The Jaguars have won every game by at least three … [Read more...] about Alberhasky, Pratt toss back-to-back gems in Centennial’s sweep over Hawks
‘We were a lot more ready’: Belzer, Jaguars avenge only loss, sweep Ankeny
Shortstop Mariah Belzer and the Ankeny Centennial softball team were fired up to avenge their only loss of the season. Belzer went 4-for-4 and hit a two-run homer as the seventh-ranked Jaguars rolled to a 7-1 victory at No. 6 Ankeny in the second game of a doubleheader on Wednesday, completing a sweep of the Hawkettes. Ankeny had posted a 6-0 win over … [Read more...] about ‘We were a lot more ready’: Belzer, Jaguars avenge only loss, sweep Ankeny
Centennial standouts Heckenlaible, Duax earn all-state honors from IHSSCA
Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer stars Andrew Heckenlaible and Ty Duax have received all-state honors from the Iowa High School Soccer Coaches Association. Heckenlaible, a junior forward, was named to the Class 4A first team. He racked up a team-high 12 goals and 31 points while helping the Jaguars to a 10-6 record and a trip to the Class 4A … [Read more...] about Centennial standouts Heckenlaible, Duax earn all-state honors from IHSSCA
Pennington named to Class 3A all-state first team for second straight year
Ankeny Centennial senior Alanna Pennington has been named to the Class 3A all-state first team for the second straight year by the Iowa High School Soccer Coaches Association. Pennington, a midfielder, led the Jaguars to a 10-7-1 record and a state tournament appearance. She paced her team with nine goals, seven assists and 25 points. Pennington was … [Read more...] about Pennington named to Class 3A all-state first team for second straight year
‘It feels amazing’: Peterson siblings capture Class 2A state coed tennis title
It was only a matter of time before Ankeny Centennial's Abbie and Caleb Peterson won a state tennis title. On Tuesday, the Peterson siblings did it together. The duo posted a 6-1, 7-5 victory over Andrea Porubcin and Robert Matera of Bettendorf to win the Class 2A state coed championship. The tournament began in Marshalltown but was later moved indoors … [Read more...] about ‘It feels amazing’: Peterson siblings capture Class 2A state coed tennis title
Centennial trio, Ankeny duo named to 3A West squad by Girls’ Coaches Association
Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer standouts Cady Compton, Alanna Pennington and Averi Porter have been named to the Class 3A West all-district team along with Ankeny stars Jasmine Moser and Jenna Pitz. The five seniors were honored by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Pitz, a defender, and Moser, a goalkeeper, were the leaders of one of the state's top … [Read more...] about Centennial trio, Ankeny duo named to 3A West squad by Girls’ Coaches Association
Jaguars snap Johnston’s 9-game winning streak, take CIML Conference lead
Joey Oakie and the Ankeny Centennial baseball players haven't forgotten last year's 3-2 loss to eventual Class 4A state champion Johnston in a substate final. The Jaguars haven't lost since. Oakie tossed a two-hitter and had nine strikeouts to lead top-ranked Centennial to a 12-3 victory over No. 3 Johnston in a CIML Conference showdown on Monday. The … [Read more...] about Jaguars snap Johnston’s 9-game winning streak, take CIML Conference lead
THE BOMB SQUAD?: Jaguars hit 3 more homers, roll past No. 1 team in Class 1A
Perhaps it is time to give the Ankeny Centennial softball team a nickname. How about "The Bomb Squad"? The seventh-ranked Jaguars hit three more home runs on Monday and rolled to an 11-1 victory over visiting Southeast Warren in six innings in a non-conference game. The Warhawks (10-3) are ranked No. 1 in Class 1A. "Southeast Warren is a really good … [Read more...] about THE BOMB SQUAD?: Jaguars hit 3 more homers, roll past No. 1 team in Class 1A
Jaguars take over No. 1 spot in latest 4A rankings from Coaches Association
Ankeny Centennial is the new No. 1 team in Class 4A in the latest rankings from the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association. The Jaguars are off to a 10-0 start, including a 5-0 mark in the CIML Conference. They posted a 6-1 victory at then-No. 1 Dowling Catholic in a 1 vs. 2 matchup on Tuesday. Centennial has excelled in all facets of the game … [Read more...] about Jaguars take over No. 1 spot in latest 4A rankings from Coaches Association
Morris slugs 3 home runs, leads Jaguars to victories over Central Springs, Creston
Sydney Morris and her Ankeny Centennial softball teammates are hitting the ball with a lot more power this season. Morris blasted three home runs, Mackenzie James had a pair, and Jordyn Kennedy added another blast as the seventh-ranked Jaguars defeated two ranked opponents at the Centennial Invitational on Friday. Coach Brett Delaney's squad has already … [Read more...] about Morris slugs 3 home runs, leads Jaguars to victories over Central Springs, Creston
Duax, Heckenlaible earn all-tournament honors for 2nd straight year
Ankeny Centennial standouts Ty Duax and Andrew Heckenlaible have been named to the all-tournament team at the boys' state soccer tournament for the second straight year. The junior duo was selected to the Class 4A squad following Saturday's championship game at Cownie Park. They were named to the 3A team a year ago. Duax and Heckenlaible helped … [Read more...] about Duax, Heckenlaible earn all-tournament honors for 2nd straight year
A FOGGY FINISH: Jaguars’ championship dreams end with 3-1 loss to Johnston
A magical postseason run for the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team came to an end on a foggy night at Cownie Park. The 10th-ranked Jaguars held a 1-0 halftime lead before No. 2 Johnston rallied for a 3-1 victory in the Class 4A semifinals on Thursday at the state tournament. The Dragons (17-3) spoiled Centennial's bid to pull off a third consecutive … [Read more...] about A FOGGY FINISH: Jaguars’ championship dreams end with 3-1 loss to Johnston
‘It just didn’t go our way’: Defending state champs bow out with 2-0 loss to NW
The Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer players wore state tournament t-shirts with the motto "Leave it on the field" printed on the back of them. That's exactly what the eighth-ranked Jaguars did on Wednesday at Cownie Park. Defending champion Centennial closed out its season with a 2-0 loss to No. 1 Waukee Northwest in a Class 3A quarterfinal at the … [Read more...] about ‘It just didn’t go our way’: Defending state champs bow out with 2-0 loss to NW
‘Disrespected’ Centennial boys knock off No. 1 Valley to continue revenge tour
The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team had plenty of motivation heading into Wednesday's Class 4A quarterfinal against top-ranked Valley. On Tuesday, the Tigers provided some additional bulletin board material. When the game was rescheduled for Wednesday after being postponed due to rain 24 hours earlier, Centennial coach Brian Duax said he learned … [Read more...] about ‘Disrespected’ Centennial boys knock off No. 1 Valley to continue revenge tour
A PERFECT 10: Jaguars stay unbeaten as Pratt hurls gem in 3-0 victory at Valley
The Ankeny Centennial baseball team finished the month of May with a perfect 10. The second-ranked Jaguars raised their overall record to 10-0 with a 3-0 victory at Valley on Wednesday. They improved to 5-0 in the CIML Conference, while Valley's marks dropped to 1-4 and 6-6. Easton Pratt tossed a one-hitter and had six strikeouts as Centennial posted … [Read more...] about A PERFECT 10: Jaguars stay unbeaten as Pratt hurls gem in 3-0 victory at Valley
Ankeny girls fall to Dowling, while Jags tumble to Waukee NW in 3A quarters
The season came to an end on Wednesday afternoon for both the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer teams at Cownie Park. The second-ranked Hawkettes dropped a 1-0 decision to No. 7 Dowling Catholic in a Class 3A quarterfinal at the state tournament. The Maroons (11-6) avenged an earlier 2-0 loss to Ankeny (12-4-1). Lauren McCoy scored the … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls fall to Dowling, while Jags tumble to Waukee NW in 3A quarters
‘We felt like we were the better team’: Oakie, Jaguars dominate No. 1 Dowling
After recording another strikeout to end the fifth inning, Ankeny Centennial pitcher Joey Oakie pumped his fist and screamed with joy. Oakie went on to toss a one-hitter and had 14 strikeouts as the second-ranked Jaguars posted a 6-1 victory at No. 1 Dowling Catholic in the first game of a CIML Conference doubleheader on Tuesday. The contest was shortened … [Read more...] about ‘We felt like we were the better team’: Oakie, Jaguars dominate No. 1 Dowling
‘Our bats have been good lately’: James, Jaguars romp to 10-0 win at Dowling
Senior outfielder Mackenzie James has played on some outstanding softball teams at Ankeny Centennial, including one that placed third in the Class 5A state tournament in 2020 and another that earned runner-up honors the following season. This year's team might be as talented as either of those squads. James went 2-for-3 and drove in three runs to lead … [Read more...] about ‘Our bats have been good lately’: James, Jaguars romp to 10-0 win at Dowling