The weather was perfect Friday for the annual Dennis Hoefle Invitational at the Prairie Ridge tennis courts. First-year Ankeny boys' tennis coach Steve Smith relished the chance to coach in the tournament for the first time. "I am grateful for the opportunity to continue to host a tournament named in honor of Coach Hoefle, who was a mentor and friend … [Read more...] about Jaguars finish 4th at Hoefle Invitational; Hawks tie for 6th place
Boys' Tennis
Centennial boys rebound from loss with 7-4 victory at Dowling Catholic
The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team bounced back from its first loss of the season with a 7-4 victory at Dowling Catholic on Thursday. The Jaguars, who dropped a 10-1 decision at Waukee on Tuesday, won four of the five doubles matches to seal the win. They improved their records to 3-0 in the CIML Central Conference and 5-1 overall. "We came out of … [Read more...] about Centennial boys rebound from loss with 7-4 victory at Dowling Catholic
Waukee boys top Jaguars in battle of undefeated teams
The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team will have to wait a little longer to get some revenge against Waukee. The sixth-ranked Jaguars dropped a 10-1 decision at No. 4 Waukee in a battle of undefeated teams on Tuesday. The final score was misleading--seven of the 11 matches went to a decisive third set, and the Warriors won six of them. "Waukee has … [Read more...] about Waukee boys top Jaguars in battle of undefeated teams
Blevins falls to defending state champ, but Jaguars roll to 8-3 win over Ames
Tami Lewton is looking forward to the day when her Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team is completely healthy. The Jaguars were without two of their varsity players on Tuesday, but it still didn't matter. They rolled to an 8-3 victory over visiting Ames to remain unbeaten on the season. The CIML Central Conference dual meet was moved up from Thursday … [Read more...] about Blevins falls to defending state champ, but Jaguars roll to 8-3 win over Ames
Blimpie Sub of the Week: Nic Mackaman, Ankeny Centennial boys’ tennis
Sophomore Nic Mackaman is a member of the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team. Mackaman has helped the sixth-ranked Jaguars to a 4-0 record. He currently boasts a 2-1 mark in singles and is a combined 4-0 in doubles. "Nic has done a nice job at the No. 7 spot for us," said Centennial coach Tami Lewton. "That is a hard position because you are just out … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Nic Mackaman, Ankeny Centennial boys’ tennis
No. 6 Jaguars stay unbeaten with 10-1 win over Johnston
The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team remained unbeaten with a 10-1 victory over visiting Johnston in its CIML Central Conference opener on Thursday. The Jaguars, who are ranked sixth in Class 2A by the Iowa Tennis Coaches Association, raised their overall mark to 3-0. "It was a super cold windy day, but the guys really fought hard and continued on … [Read more...] about No. 6 Jaguars stay unbeaten with 10-1 win over Johnston
Centennial boys’ tennis team wins 5 super-tiebreakers en route to 11-0 victory
Even without one of its top players, the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team still rolled to an 11-0 victory at Marshalltown on Tuesday. The Jaguars played without junior Ryan Lofgren, their No. 2 singles player. "Ryan had a school conflict," said Centennial coach Tami Lewton, whose team improved its record to 2-0. "We were able to sweep them, but it … [Read more...] about Centennial boys’ tennis team wins 5 super-tiebreakers en route to 11-0 victory
Jaguars roll to 11-0 victory at Norwalk in their season opener
Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis coach Tami Lewton wasn't sure if her team was ready for Tuesday's season opener at Norwalk. The Jaguars showed that they were. Centennial won all 11 matches in straight sets and rolled to an 11-0 victory over the Warriors. "It is a big adjustment to go from indoor training to outside playing," said Lewton. "We have … [Read more...] about Jaguars roll to 11-0 victory at Norwalk in their season opener
Centennial boys’ tennis team returns 7 of its top 10 players
When the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team opens its season on Tuesday at Norwalk, the Jaguars will be able to put an experienced lineup on the courts. Centennial returns seven of the top 10 players from last year's squad that posted a 9-3 record. "We are hoping and planning on a great season," said Centennial coach Tami Lewton. "We lost our No. 2 … [Read more...] about Centennial boys’ tennis team returns 7 of its top 10 players
Centennial’s Cole to play tennis at Grand View University
James Cole wasn't ready to stop playing competitive tennis. Now, he won't have to. The Ankeny Centennial senior has committed to play for Grand View University next year. He picked the Vikings after visiting several other schools. "It was a tough decision," Cole said. "I visited some colleges and all of them seemed alike. Most were bigger schools … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Cole to play tennis at Grand View University
Blimpie Sub of the Week: Zach Petersen, Ankeny Centennial boys’ tennis
Zach Petersen of the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. Petersen helped the Jaguars to a 9-3 record this season. "Zach was trading out with Matt Tressel and Joel Unick for the No. 6 singles spot and won the position after many challenge matches to play sixth singles for the last two weeks … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Zach Petersen, Ankeny Centennial boys’ tennis
Blevins places 5th at state, while Centennial doubles team finishes 8th
The heat didn't seem to bother Ankeny Centennial's Will Blevins at the boys' state tennis tournament on Saturday. With temperatures soaring into the 90s, Blevins won a pair of three-set matches at the Veterans Memorial Tennis Center in Cedar Rapids to earn a fifth-place finish in the Class 2A singles division. It's the best performance ever in … [Read more...] about Blevins places 5th at state, while Centennial doubles team finishes 8th
Centennial doubles team stays alive with incredible rally against Pleasant Valley
The Ankeny Centennial doubles team of Sam Marold and Ryan Lofgren faced the prospect of elimination during the boys' state tennis tournament on Friday at Cedar Rapids. Clearly, it was "Jammy Time." That's how Marold described the duo's improbable comeback from a 0-6, 2-5 deficit to beat Pleasant Valley's Muneeb Nadeem and Nathan Wong in a Class 2A … [Read more...] about Centennial doubles team stays alive with incredible rally against Pleasant Valley
Blevins pushes No. 1 seed in quarterfinals, earns top-8 finish
In order to become a state placewinner, Ankeny Centennial freshman Will Blevins needed to beat a familiar foe on Friday at the boys' state tennis tournament in Cedar Rapids. Blevins rolled to a 6-3, 6-2 victory over Waukee's Noah Burmeister in a Class 2A second-round consolation match, defeating his CIML rival for the third time this season. "I was … [Read more...] about Blevins pushes No. 1 seed in quarterfinals, earns top-8 finish
Centennial boys fall to Waukee in Class 2A quarterfinals
The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team got three-set victories from Will Blevins and Joel Unick, but it wasn't enough as the Jaguars dropped a 5-3 decision to Waukee in the quarterfinals of the Class 2A state team tournament on Saturday. Waukee took a 4-2 lead out of singles, then sealed the victory by winning the No. 2 doubles match. The Jaguars … [Read more...] about Centennial boys fall to Waukee in Class 2A quarterfinals
Jaguars sweep Johnston, will play Waukee in opening round at state
The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team advanced to the state team tournament with a 5-0 victory over Johnston in a Class 2A substate final on Friday. The Jaguars (9-2) will play Waukee (9-3) in the opening round of the state tournament on Saturday. They will be looking to avenge a 7-4 loss at Waukee on May 1. "I'm super proud of our guys that they … [Read more...] about Jaguars sweep Johnston, will play Waukee in opening round at state
Jaguars capture district crown, advance 3 players to state tourney
Ankeny Centennial's Sam Marold finally made it to the boys' state tennis tournament in his senior season. Teammate Will Blevins is only a freshman, but he qualified, too. Both players were pretty happy about it. Blevins captured the singles championship in a Class 2A district tournament on Wednesday at Dowling Catholic, while Marold teamed up with … [Read more...] about Jaguars capture district crown, advance 3 players to state tourney
Jaguars roll past Fort Dodge in tune-up for district tournament
The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team tuned up for Wednesday's district tournament with an 11-0 victory over visiting Fort Dodge on Tuesday. The Jaguars finished the regular season with an 8-2 record. It was Senior Night for Centennial, which will play in a Class 2A district tournament on Wednesday at Dowling Catholic. "Sam Marold, Matt Tressel, … [Read more...] about Jaguars roll past Fort Dodge in tune-up for district tournament
Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Sam Marold, Ankeny Centennial boys’ tennis
Senior Sam Marold has helped the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team to a 7-2 record, including a 3-2 mark in the CIML Central Conference. Marold has compiled an 8-1 record at No. 2 singles for the Jaguars. He has also teamed up with Ryan Lofgren for a 7-5 mark at No. 1 doubles. Here is some inside info on Marold: How is the season going thus … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Sam Marold, Ankeny Centennial boys’ tennis
Warriors top Centennial boys for 2nd-place finish in conference
The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team lost for only the second time this season on Tuesday, dropping a 7-4 decision at Waukee in a battle for second place in the CIML Central Conference. The Warriors won four of the six singles matches and three of the five doubles contests. They finished 4-1 in the conference and improved to 8-3 overall, while the … [Read more...] about Warriors top Centennial boys for 2nd-place finish in conference