Ankeny Centennial's Lucas Bruhl is a two-time state placewinner on the wrestling mat. His future, though, is on the baseball field. The senior shortstop has verbally committed to play next year at North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City. He announced his decision on social media Monday. "I visited a few other community colleges and a couple … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Bruhl chooses baseball over wrestling, will play for NIACC next year
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‘I can’t wait to be a Saint!’: Centennial’s Boyle to play softball at Maryville
Ankeny Centennial senior Cora Boyle has signed a letter of intent to play softball at Maryville University (Mo.), an NCAA Division II school that competes in the Great Lakes Valley Conference. "I looked at a couple schools before I went on my visit to Maryville," said Boyle. "All those coaches and universities were very nice, but as cliché as it may sound … [Read more...] about ‘I can’t wait to be a Saint!’: Centennial’s Boyle to play softball at Maryville
Centennial’s Kolln, Rawlings to continue baseball careers at junior college level
Ankeny Centennial seniors Leyton Kolln and Tripp Rawlings will continue their baseball careers at the junior college level. Kolln recently committed to play for Northeast Community College in Norfolk, Neb. Rawlings has committed to Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls. The duo helped Centennial to the best season in school history in 2023. The … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Kolln, Rawlings to continue baseball careers at junior college level
‘I like how determined they are to win’: Alberhasky to join Grider at Wartburg
Ankeny Centennial baseball standout Emerson Alberhasky is looking forward to being reunited with Cole Grider, who is now a freshman on the Wartburg College squad. Alberhasky has verbally committed to join the Knights' program next year. "I can't wait to team up with Cole again, and I think a few guys from Valley might join me as well here soon," said … [Read more...] about ‘I like how determined they are to win’: Alberhasky to join Grider at Wartburg
‘It truly is a dream come true’: Oakie earns spot on 2023 18U National Team
Ankeny Centennial baseball star Joey Oakie calls it a dream come true. The senior pitcher has been named to the 20-man roster for the 2023 18U National Team following the conclusion of the 18U National Team Training Camp in San Juan Capistrano, Calif. The team has already traveled to Taipei, Taiwan to compete in the World Baseball Softball Confederation … [Read more...] about ‘It truly is a dream come true’: Oakie earns spot on 2023 18U National Team