There were several colleges across the country that could offer Ankeny Centennial distance standout Rondi Quass a top-notch running program as well as a quality engineering school. But only one of them offered the chance to go to the same school as her sister, Berit. Quass has verbally committed to join the University of Tennessee women's track and … [Read more...] about ‘There is so much to love about it!’: Centennial’s Quass to run for Tennessee
Girls' Track
Centennial girls place 2nd, while Jaguar boys finish 4th at Fort Dodge SQM
On a hot and humid night at Fort Dodge, the Ankeny Centennial girls' track team accomplished all of its goals--and then some--in a Class 4A state qualifying meet. The Jaguars placed second among eight teams with 142 points. Ames won the team title with 160.5. "It was a great meet for us," said Centennial girls' coach Andrew Kruzich. "We really exceeded … [Read more...] about Centennial girls place 2nd, while Jaguar boys finish 4th at Fort Dodge SQM
Jaguars place 3rd at Oldham Invitational behind Waukee Northwest, Johnston
A chance to compete in the Craig Oldham Invitational on Tuesday at Johnston was all that the Ankeny Centennial girls' track athletes could ask for. "Just like last week, we weren't sure we'd even get this meet in, so to get the whole thing run is a blessing in itself," said Centennial coach Andrew Kruzich. "I thought our girls really did a nice job … [Read more...] about Jaguars place 3rd at Oldham Invitational behind Waukee Northwest, Johnston
Jaguars place 2nd in all 7 relays, earn runner-up finish overall at S.E. Polk Invite
On a wet and windy night, the Ankeny Centennial girls' track team earned a runner-up finish in the Southeast Polk Invitational on Tuesday. The Jaguars scored 56 of their 184 points in the relays--placing second in all seven of the relay events. "We ran competitively on the track," said Centennial coach Andrew Kruzich. "We've got some work to do on … [Read more...] about Jaguars place 2nd in all 7 relays, earn runner-up finish overall at S.E. Polk Invite
Leazer sweeps jumping events, leads Jaguars to title at Johnston Quadrangular
The Ankeny Centennial girls' track team finally got a chance to compete on Friday. The Jaguars didn't let the opportunity go to waste. Centennial won the Johnston Quadrangular with 185 points, defeating a strong field. Dowling Catholic was second with 177 points, followed by Johnston with 171 and Valley with 164. "We had a fun night," said … [Read more...] about Leazer sweeps jumping events, leads Jaguars to title at Johnston Quadrangular