The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team took the field for Friday's game at Waukee with a lineup that featured several new starters. Coach Brian Duax benched some of his best players following the fourth-ranked Jaguars' 2-1 loss at No. 6 Valley on Tuesday. "We have not been as excited in our play throughout the course of the year," Duax said. "Being … [Read more...] about WAKE-UP CALL: Benched starters lead Jaguars to 3-0 triumph at Waukee
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‘We had a lot of chances’: Jaguars dominate but suffer 2-1 loss at Valley
The sport of soccer can be a cruel game sometimes. "You can be the better side all the way through and still lose," said Ankeny Centennial boys' coach Brian Duax. Duax made that comment following the fourth-ranked Jaguars' 2-1 loss at No. 6 Valley on Tuesday. His team dominated much of the game, but still went home with a defeat. "We had a lot of … [Read more...] about ‘We had a lot of chances’: Jaguars dominate but suffer 2-1 loss at Valley
Ex-Ankeny defender Kwarteng finds new home on Jaguars’ back line
Senior defender Kwaku Kwarteng was expected to play a major role this season for the Ankeny boys' soccer team. Now, he's doing just that for the Hawks' crosstown rival. Kwarteng transferred to Ankeny Centennial earlier this month and has played in the fourth-ranked Jaguars' last three games, including Tuesday's 2-1 loss at No. 6 Valley. He cited an … [Read more...] about Ex-Ankeny defender Kwarteng finds new home on Jaguars’ back line
Jaguars change up their formation, romp to 7-0 victory at Iowa City West
Avery Lewis racked up three assists and the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team ended a rare two-game losing skid with a 7-0 victory at Iowa City West in a non-conference game on Monday. Addison Fair and Olivia Kroska each had a pair of goals for the third-ranked Jaguars, who also got a goal and two assists from Alanna Pennington. "We worked on … [Read more...] about Jaguars change up their formation, romp to 7-0 victory at Iowa City West
Centennial boys end two-game skid with 8-0 victory over Bellevue West
After dropping two straight games against elite opponents, Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer coach Brian Duax said his team can grow from those experiences. The fourth-ranked Jaguars found themselves in a different situation on Saturday. Centennial got goals from eight different players and rolled to an 8-0 victory over an outmanned squad from Bellevue … [Read more...] about Centennial boys end two-game skid with 8-0 victory over Bellevue West
Without injured Porter, Jaguars fall to Valley for their second straight loss
A year ago, the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team dropped a 1-0 decision to Valley early in the season. The Jaguars later avenged the loss by defeating Valley in the Class 3A semifinals and went on to win the state title, their third in the last six seasons. Now, Centennial coach Chris Allen is hoping that history repeats itself. The third-ranked … [Read more...] about Without injured Porter, Jaguars fall to Valley for their second straight loss
‘Everyone helped contribute to this great win!’: Jaguars roll past No. 3 Valley, 8-3
The sixth-ranked Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team bounced back from Tuesday's loss to No. 1 Dowling Catholic with an 8-3 victory over No. 3 Valley on Thursday at the Prairie Ridge courts. The Jaguars swept all six singles matches in straight sets to seal the win. They defeated Valley for the first time since 2017. "The girls all found victories in … [Read more...] about ‘Everyone helped contribute to this great win!’: Jaguars roll past No. 3 Valley, 8-3
Drefke earns medalist honors, but Centennial golfers fall to Waukee NW
The Ankeny Centennial girls' golf team couldn't overcome Waukee Northwest's depth in a CIML Conference dual meet on Thursday at Beaver Creek. The host Wolves posted four scores of 50 or better to post a 185-200 victory. They improved to 2-2 in the conference, while the Jaguars' record fell to 0-2. "It was our first meet away from Briarwood," said … [Read more...] about Drefke earns medalist honors, but Centennial golfers fall to Waukee NW
‘The guys were so clutch’: Centennial boys knock off No. 3 Valley, 6-5
The struggling Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team got a much-needed lift. After dropping three consecutive dual meets, the Jaguars rebounded on Thursday with a 6-5 victory at third-ranked Valley. They improved to 1-2 in the CIML Conference and 2-3 overall, while the Tigers' records fell to 1-2 and 4-2. "The guys were so clutch and played fantastic," … [Read more...] about ‘The guys were so clutch’: Centennial boys knock off No. 3 Valley, 6-5
‘They were crazy good’: Omaha Skutt Catholic hands Jaguars a 2-1 defeat
Coming off a 4-3 loss at top-ranked Dowling Catholic on Tuesday, the No. 4 Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team tackled another huge challenge just 48 hours later. The Jaguars traveled to Omaha on Thursday to face perennial Nebraska powerhouse Skutt Catholic and came away with a 2-1 loss in the non-conference game. "They were arguably the best team … [Read more...] about ‘They were crazy good’: Omaha Skutt Catholic hands Jaguars a 2-1 defeat
Pratt sets school record in long jump, helps Centennial to runner-up finish
It was another banner night for the jumpers on the Ankeny Centennial girls' track team. Jaeden Pratt set a school record in the long jump while teammate Kambria Leazer scored points in both jumping events as the Jaguars earned a runner-up finish in the Waukee Northwest Relays on Thursday. Northwest, the defending Class 4A state champion, easily won its … [Read more...] about Pratt sets school record in long jump, helps Centennial to runner-up finish
‘It was a good chess match’: Top-ranked Dowling boys edge No. 4 Jaguars, 4-3
Despite suffering its first loss of the season, the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team can take a lot of positives away from Tuesday's game at Dowling Catholic. The top-ranked Maroons got a hat trick from Jonathan Mendez to beat No. 4 Centennial, 4-3, in their CIML Conference opener. They improved to 3-0 overall, while the Jaguars' records dropped to 1-1 … [Read more...] about ‘It was a good chess match’: Top-ranked Dowling boys edge No. 4 Jaguars, 4-3
‘It was another tough night’: Jaguars bow at Dowling for 3rd straight loss
An overall lack of experience is catching up with the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team. The Jaguars dropped an 8-3 decision at Dowling Catholic in a CIML Conference dual meet on Tuesday. It was the team's third consecutive loss. "It was another tough night at the courts," said Centennial coach Tami Lewton. "We have a lot of guys that have never … [Read more...] about ‘It was another tough night’: Jaguars bow at Dowling for 3rd straight loss
Centennial girls win 5 events, place 3rd overall at Craig Oldham Invite
Only 29 points separated the top four girls' track teams in the Craig Oldham Invitational on Tuesday at Johnston. Waukee Northwest won the meet for the second straight year, finishing with 139 points. The host Dragons were second with 120 points, followed by Ankeny Centennial in third with 115 and Southeast Polk with 110. "We were really happy with the … [Read more...] about Centennial girls win 5 events, place 3rd overall at Craig Oldham Invite
Defending state champion Maroons hold off Centennial girls for 6-4 win
The Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team nearly knocked off defending state champion Dowling Catholic on Tuesday at the Prairie Ridge courts. The top-ranked Maroons held off No. 6 Centennial to post a 6-4 victory in the CIML Conference dual meet. The final match at No. 3 doubles was tied at one set apiece but could not be completed due to … [Read more...] about Defending state champion Maroons hold off Centennial girls for 6-4 win
Jaguars rally to force OT, then eventually tumble to Dowling in shootout
It probably wasn't realistic to think that the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team could go the entire season without allowing a goal. It turns out that an undefeated campaign was likely an unrealistic goal as well. The top-ranked Jaguars suffered their first loss Tuesday on their home pitch, dropping a 3-2 decision to No. 7 Dowling Catholic in a … [Read more...] about Jaguars rally to force OT, then eventually tumble to Dowling in shootout
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Rashidi Ishibwami, Centennial boys’ soccer
Senior forward/midfielder Rashidi Ishibwami has scored three goals while helping the fourth-ranked Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team to a 2-0 start. He had a pair of goals in the Jaguars' 4-1 victory over visiting Urbandale in their season opener on Thursday. Last year, Ishibwami scored a team-high 22 goals and also contributed nine assists while … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Rashidi Ishibwami, Centennial boys’ soccer
‘It doesn’t get any closer than this’: Urbandale boys slip past Jaguars, 6-5
After winning just two singles matches, the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team needed to make a comeback in doubles during Friday's dual meet against visiting Urbandale. The Jaguars managed to win three of the five doubles matches, but it wasn't enough as Urbandale held on for a 6-5 victory at the Prairie Ridge courts. The J-Hawks are now 1-0 in the CIML … [Read more...] about ‘It doesn’t get any closer than this’: Urbandale boys slip past Jaguars, 6-5
Heckenlaible’s hat trick in 2nd half leads Jaguars to 4-0 victory at Norwalk
It took awhile for the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team to solve its opponent on Friday night. But once it did, Andrew Heckenlaible and the Jaguars were unstoppable. Heckenlaible recorded a hat trick during a 10-minute stretch of the second half and Centennial went on to post a 4-0 victory at Norwalk in a non-conference game. "Andrew had a great … [Read more...] about Heckenlaible’s hat trick in 2nd half leads Jaguars to 4-0 victory at Norwalk
Centennial girls overcome Peterson’s absence to post 6-5 win at Urbandale
Competing without its top player, the Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team posted a 6-5 victory at Urbandale in a CIML Conference dual meet on Friday. The Jaguars improved to 2-0 in the conference after routing Waukee, 11-0, in their season opener on Thursday. The J-Hawks dropped to 0-1 in the league and 2-1 overall. "It is great to begin with two … [Read more...] about Centennial girls overcome Peterson’s absence to post 6-5 win at Urbandale