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Jaguars rise to No. 2 in Class 3A rankings, then win conference opener

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After rising to No. 2 in the latest Class 3A rankings, the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team opened CIML Central Conference play with a 3-0 victory at No. 16 Ames on Thursday. Nick Ashton, Michael Brandt and Will Overberg each had a goal and an assist in the win. Michael Poitry was also credited with an assist. "It was a really good win," said … [Read more...] about Jaguars rise to No. 2 in Class 3A rankings, then win conference opener

Centennial boys rely on fast start to defeat Ottumwa, 9-0

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It didn't take long for the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team to put a stranglehold on Tuesday's game against visiting Ottumwa. The fourth-ranked Jaguars erupted for seven goals in the first 14 minutes and cruised to a 9-0 victory in the non-conference contest. "It was a good win," said Centennial coach Brian Duax. "We've been talking a lot about … [Read more...] about Centennial boys rely on fast start to defeat Ottumwa, 9-0

Jaguars outlast Linn-Mar on Overberg’s penalty kick in OT

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It wasn't pretty, but the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team found a way to extend its winning streak on Saturday. Will Overberg converted a penalty kick in overtime to give the fourth-ranked Jaguars a 3-2 victory over visiting Linn-Mar (Marion). It was the fourth consecutive win for Centennial, which improved to 7-1 on the season. "That's not the way … [Read more...] about Jaguars outlast Linn-Mar on Overberg’s penalty kick in OT

Jaguars finally get their offense untracked, roll to 6-0 win over Lincoln

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Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer coach Brian Duax has been waiting for his team to find the net. The Jaguars finally found it. Centennial scored a season-high six goals and rolled to a 6-0 victory over visiting Des Moines Lincoln on Tuesday. The Jaguars raised their record to 5-1. "It was a good game," Duax said. "We finally started putting the ball … [Read more...] about Jaguars finally get their offense untracked, roll to 6-0 win over Lincoln

Jaguars dominate entire game, but tumble to Valley in a shootout

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Sometimes, the ball just doesn't bounce your way. In the game of soccer, it can happen quite frequently. It's just the nature of the sport. The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team was the victim of that cruel reality on Thursday, when the Jaguars suffered a 2-1 loss at Valley in a shootout after dominating the entire contest. "It was a very, very … [Read more...] about Jaguars dominate entire game, but tumble to Valley in a shootout

‘Captain America’ leads the way as Jaguars finish 3-0 at I.C. West Invitational

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Ankeny Centennial's Michael Brandt often resembles a superhero on the soccer pitch. The senior midfielder scored a goal in all three games as the Jaguars opened their season on Friday and Saturday with a trio of victories at the Iowa City West Invitational. Now, Brandt has a nickname courtesy of his head coach. "He's like Captain America," said … [Read more...] about ‘Captain America’ leads the way as Jaguars finish 3-0 at I.C. West Invitational

Jaguars are ‘even more hungry’ after OT loss in last year’s state tournament

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer players got a glimpse of what the state tournament is all about last season. The Jaguars advanced to the Class 3A tournament at Cownie Soccer Park before dropping a 2-1 overtime decision to Iowa City West in the quarterfinals. "Getting to state last year gave the boys a good taste of what it will take to do it again … [Read more...] about Jaguars are ‘even more hungry’ after OT loss in last year’s state tournament

‘Unlucky bounce’ ends Jaguars’ season in Class 3A quarterfinals

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The cruel nature of soccer is that the ball doesn't always bounce your way. That was the case on Thursday for eighth-ranked Ankeny Centennial, which suffered a 2-1 overtime loss to No. 5 Iowa City West in the Class 3A quarterfinals of the boys' state tournament at Cownie Soccer Complex in Des Moines. Micah Frisbie scored the game-winner for the Trojans … [Read more...] about ‘Unlucky bounce’ ends Jaguars’ season in Class 3A quarterfinals

Hawks, Jaguars gear up for state tournament openers on Thursday

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When the boys' state soccer tournament gets under way on Thursday at Cownie Soccer Complex in Des Moines, fans of both Ankeny teams will get a chance to see two games for the price of one. Sixth-ranked Ankeny (15-4) and No. 8 Ankeny Centennial (15-4) will be playing Class 3A quarterfinal games on nearby fields. The Hawks and Jaguars could potentially meet … [Read more...] about Hawks, Jaguars gear up for state tournament openers on Thursday

Hinners’ saves, Keninger’s kick send Jaguars to state for first time since 2015

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When Mitch Hinners woke up on Saturday morning, he had no idea he would play such a pivotal role for the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team in its quest for a berth in the Class 3A state tournament. His diving saves, though, were a driving force for the eighth-ranked Jaguars in their 1-0 shootout victory over No. 14 Des Moines Lincoln in a substate final … [Read more...] about Hinners’ saves, Keninger’s kick send Jaguars to state for first time since 2015

Jaguars hold off Marshalltown for 2-1 victory in substate opener

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A solid first half turned out to be just enough on Wednesday for the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team to keep its season alive. The eighth-ranked Jaguars built a 2-0 halftime lead against visiting Marshalltown in a Class 3A substate semifinal, then held off the Bobcats in the second half to post a 2-1 victory that was too close for comfort. "The … [Read more...] about Jaguars hold off Marshalltown for 2-1 victory in substate opener

Jaguars roll past Fort Dodge in regular-season finale

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team celebrated its Senior Night on Tuesday with a 9-0 victory over visiting Fort Dodge. Will Overberg scored a pair of goals and also had two assists as the sixth-ranked Jaguars closed out the regular season with a 13-4 record. They will now have a week off before opening substate play. The loss was the 11th in a row … [Read more...] about Jaguars roll past Fort Dodge in regular-season finale

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Alex Keninger, Ankeny Centennial boys’ soccer

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Senior Alex Keninger has helped the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team to a 12-4 record and a No. 6 ranking in Class 3A. He scored the game-winning goal during a shootout to give the Jaguars a 1-0 victory at No. 11 Waukee on Friday. Keninger has started all 16 games, racking up seven goals and four assists. He has committed to play for Wartburg College … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Alex Keninger, Ankeny Centennial boys’ soccer

Jaguars overcome loss of Vincent, win shootout at Waukee

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After losing one of its best players to an injury 24 hours earlier, the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team rebounded on Friday with a 1-0 victory at Waukee in a shootout. The sixth-ranked Jaguars won the shootout, 5-4, to finish 2-3 in the CIML Central Conference and improve to 12-4 overall. No. 11 Waukee's records dropped to 2-3 and 9-5. "It's good … [Read more...] about Jaguars overcome loss of Vincent, win shootout at Waukee

Jaguars fall at Ames, but could get rematch in substate play

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There's a good chance that the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team will get a chance to avenge Tuesday's 3-1 loss at Ames. Both squads have been placed in Class 3A Substate 6 by the Iowa High School Athletic Association. "If you ask me, I think we'll play them again in two weeks," said Centennial coach Brian Duax. "And I'll take the win in two weeks … [Read more...] about Jaguars fall at Ames, but could get rematch in substate play

Centennial boys hit the road, post 2-0 victory at Norwalk

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team will be spending a lot of time this week on a bus. The fourth-ranked Jaguars played the first of three road games in five days on Monday at Norwalk, where they posted a 2-0 victory. The non-conference contest was originally scheduled for April 6, but was postponed due to bad weather. Centennial is in the midst of … [Read more...] about Centennial boys hit the road, post 2-0 victory at Norwalk

Jaguars roll to victory in assistant coach’s final game at Centennial

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Friday's boys' soccer game between Ankeny Centennial and Des Moines North wasn't much of a contest, but it was still an emotional one for Centennial assistant coach Brent Rauch. It was the final game for Rauch, who is moving to Estes Park, Colo., along with his wife, Bridget, on Tuesday. "It's been a great experience to coach these guys, but my wife … [Read more...] about Jaguars roll to victory in assistant coach’s final game at Centennial

Gaspari, Hawks celebrate 3rd straight victory over Ankeny Centennial

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An excessive celebration resulted in a yellow card on Wednesday for Ankeny senior Peter Gaspari. He happily walked off the field at Ankeny High School and was mobbed by his boys' soccer teammates. Gaspari scored a goal with about 4 minutes left in the game to seal the seventh-ranked Hawks' 2-0 victory over No. 3 Ankeny Centennial. It was their third … [Read more...] about Gaspari, Hawks celebrate 3rd straight victory over Ankeny Centennial

Hawks, Jaguars look to control their emotions in rivalry game

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The rivarly game between the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer teams has always been an emotional one. This year's showdown features another layer of intrigue. Centennial coach Brian Duax will be facing his former players for the first time when the two teams collide on Tuesday at Ankeny at 7:30 p.m. "Controlling emotions (will be the key)," … [Read more...] about Hawks, Jaguars look to control their emotions in rivalry game