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Centennial boys still seeking first victory after falling to Roughriders, Wolves

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team is still searching for its first victory of the season. The Jaguars suffered an 11-0 loss to visiting Waukee Northwest in a CIML Conference meet on Tuesday. They dropped to 0-2 in the league and 0-4 overall under first-year coach Grant Menadue. "I'm proud of the way the guys fought against a really strong team," … [Read more...] about Centennial boys still seeking first victory after falling to Roughriders, Wolves

Centennial boys tumble to visiting Norwalk, drop to 0-2 on season

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team dropped to 0-2 on the season with a 9-2 loss to visiting Norwalk on Friday. The Warriors won five of the six singles matches, then captured four of the five doubles matches. They evened their mark at 1-1. Centennial got a victory at No. 6 singles from Owen George. He posted a 6-3, 6-1 win over Eli Mills. The … [Read more...] about Centennial boys tumble to visiting Norwalk, drop to 0-2 on season

Centennial boys drop narrow 6-5 decision to S.E. Polk in Menadue’s coaching debut

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team nearly pulled out a victory in its debut under new head coach Grant Menadue. The Jaguars battled visiting Southeast Polk down to the wire before dropping a 6-5 decision in a CIML Conference matchup on Thursday at the Prairie Ridge courts. It was the season opener for both teams. After the two teams battled to a … [Read more...] about Centennial boys drop narrow 6-5 decision to S.E. Polk in Menadue’s coaching debut

‘I’m very excited for the opportunity’: Menadue hired to coach Centennial boys

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A former Ankeny standout has been hired to take over the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis program. Grant Menadue, a state doubles qualifier in 2013, will replace the late Tami Lewton--who passed away last June after a courageous five-month battle against cancer. Lewton coached the team for eight seasons. "Coach Lewton was a very special coach and person … [Read more...] about ‘I’m very excited for the opportunity’: Menadue hired to coach Centennial boys

‘She will be greatly missed’: Centennial boys’ tennis coach Lewton passes away

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Will Blevins will always appreciate the role that Tami Lewton played in his success on the tennis court. "Tami was instrumental in my career," the former Ankeny Centennial star said. "I had known Tami since I was about 10 years old, and we met at the Ankeny tennis courts. I began taking lessons with her and then she helped me to find other pros and clubs … [Read more...] about ‘She will be greatly missed’: Centennial boys’ tennis coach Lewton passes away

‘We are very proud of this group’: Jaguars fall at No. 5 Valley in substate final

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Tami Lewton would have been proud of her team's effort. The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis squad closed out the season on Wednesday with a 5-0 loss at fifth-ranked Valley in the final of a Class 2A substate team tournament. The Jaguars finished with a 4-9 record. Lewton missed the entire season as she wages a battle against cancer. "We are very … [Read more...] about ‘We are very proud of this group’: Jaguars fall at No. 5 Valley in substate final

Jaguars blank D.M. East, then outlast Sioux City North to reach substate final

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis squad is one of 16 teams still left standing in the Class 2A team competition. The Jaguars rolled to a 5-0 victory over visiting Des Moines East in a substate quarterfinal on Friday, ending the Scarlets' season with a 1-11 record. Centennial then traveled to Sioux City North on Saturday and posted a 5-3 win over the … [Read more...] about Jaguars blank D.M. East, then outlast Sioux City North to reach substate final

Hiney wins at No. 2 singles, but Jags end regular season with 10-1 loss at Ames

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team closed out the regular season on Monday with a 10-1 loss at Ames in a non-conference meet. The Little Cyclones improved to 8-6 on the season. Centennial's record dropped to 2-8. The Jaguars' lone victory came at No. 2 singles, where Nick Hiney posted a 6-2, 7-6 (4) triumph over Anson Bernard. Centennial will … [Read more...] about Hiney wins at No. 2 singles, but Jags end regular season with 10-1 loss at Ames

Waukee Northwest boys defeat Jaguars, wrap up conference dual-meet crown

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The top-ranked Waukee Northwest boys' tennis team wrapped up the CIML Conference dual-meet title with an 11-0 victory over visiting Ankeny Centennial on Friday. The Wolves finished a perfect 8-0 in the league and improved to 11-1 overall. Their only loss came to Wayzata (Minn.), 5-4, on April 19. The Jaguars' records dropped to 2-6 and … [Read more...] about Waukee Northwest boys defeat Jaguars, wrap up conference dual-meet crown

Centennial boys end skid with 11-0 win at S.E. Polk, will face No. 1 Wolves next

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team got a much-needed victory on Wednesday. The Jaguars cruised to an 11-0 win at Southeast Polk to end a five-meet losing streak. They improved to 2-5 in the CIML Conference and 2-6 overall, while Southeast Polk's records dropped to 0-7 and 0-10. Centennial won 10 of the 11 matches in straight sets. The only match … [Read more...] about Centennial boys end skid with 11-0 win at S.E. Polk, will face No. 1 Wolves next

Centennial boys fall to Valley, will look to bounce back Tuesday at S.E. Polk

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team dropped an 11-0 decision to fifth-ranked Valley in a CIML Conference meet on Monday at the Prairie Ridge courts. The Tigers won nine of the 11 matches in straight sets. They improved to 5-1 in the league and 8-1 overall, while Centennial's records dropped to 1-5 and 1-6. The Jaguars got a strong effort from Jack … [Read more...] about Centennial boys fall to Valley, will look to bounce back Tuesday at S.E. Polk

Law provides only win at No. 4 singles as Jaguars tumble at Johnston, 10-1

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For the second day in a row, the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team dropped five of the six singles matches to a CIML Conference opponent and was unable to overcome the deficit. On Tuesday, the Jaguars went on to lose all five doubles matches and dropped a 10-1 decision at Johnston. The Dragons improved to 2-3 in the conference, while Centennial's … [Read more...] about Law provides only win at No. 4 singles as Jaguars tumble at Johnston, 10-1

Centennial’s Hiney to play tennis at Buena Vista University in Storm Lake

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Ankeny Centennial senior Nick Hiney has signed a letter of intent to play tennis at Buena Vista University in Storm Lake. Hiney is in his third season as a varsity regular for the Jaguars. He has helped the team to a 1-2 record this year, including a 1-1 mark in the CIML Conference. "I looked at a lot of schools in the (American Rivers Conference) like … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Hiney to play tennis at Buena Vista University in Storm Lake

‘They never give up’: Centennial boys’ rally falls short in 7-4 loss to Maroons

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team didn't quit on Tuesday after falling behind visiting Dowling Catholic, 5-1, in a CIML Conference meet at the Prairie Ridge courts. The Jaguars won only one of the six singles matches but then rallied to win three of the five doubles matches, even though Dowling still posted a 7-4 victory. "It was fun hosting … [Read more...] about ‘They never give up’: Centennial boys’ rally falls short in 7-4 loss to Maroons

Jaguars win 4 of 5 doubles matches to earn 7-4 victory at Urbandale

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team won four of the five doubles matches to post a 7-4 victory at Urbandale in its CIML Conference opener on Thursday. The Jaguars evened their overall record at 1-1. "The boys played well and were happy to get the win," said Centennial assistant coach Dustin Rhoads. "Again, the weather has not been great so we … [Read more...] about Jaguars win 4 of 5 doubles matches to earn 7-4 victory at Urbandale

‘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

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

After Drake coach departs, Centennial’s Peterson decides to play for Iowa Central

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Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis standout Caleb Peterson is heading to Fort Dodge on Monday to begin his college career at Iowa Central Community College. Peterson decided to go the junior college route after previously considering Drake. "I feel like it was somewhat of an easy decision with my other option Drake losing their coach and Iowa Central being … [Read more...] about After Drake coach departs, Centennial’s Peterson decides to play for Iowa Central