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
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Expectations remain high for Jaguars despite heavy losses from last year
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
With 14 returning state qualifiers, Jaguars seek first top-10 finish in Class 4A
The Ankeny Centennial girls' track team has never placed in the top 10 at the Class 4A state meet. This could be the year that the Jaguars break through that barrier. "Our No. 1 goal is to have a ton of fun as a team and to continue to build on the great team culture we have," said Centennial coach Tyler Asbe. "With that environment, the level of … [Read more...] about With 14 returning state qualifiers, Jaguars seek first top-10 finish in Class 4A
Centennial boys return 16 state qualifiers, led by deep group of sprinters
Due to some balmy spring weather, the season is already off to a good start for the Ankeny Centennial boys' track team. "This has been the most the team has been able to train outdoors this early," said Centennial coach Nate Smith. "The coaches and athletes have taken advantage of it." The Jaguars tied for 25th place in last year's Class 4A state meet … [Read more...] about Centennial boys return 16 state qualifiers, led by deep group of sprinters
‘I can’t wait for this next chapter!’: Jaguars’ Kroska to play soccer at Denver
Ankeny Centennial junior Olivia Kroska is headed to the Mile High City in the fall of 2025. Kroska, a midfielder, has committed to play Division I soccer for the University of Denver. "I looked at quite a few schools, and they were all in different areas," said Kroska. "It was a little hard at first to wrap my head around being so far away from family … [Read more...] about ‘I can’t wait for this next chapter!’: Jaguars’ Kroska to play soccer at Denver