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Centennial’s Kolln, Rawlings to continue baseball careers at junior college level

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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

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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

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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

‘It just felt like home!’: Centennial’s Stewart to play baseball at Iowa Central

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Ankeny Centennial senior Sean Stewart has made his college plans. "I am blessed to announce my commitment to play baseball at Iowa Central!" Stewart tweeted on Monday. "Thank you to all my teammates and coaches who helped me along the way. Go Tritons" Stewart said he looked at several other junior colleges around Iowa and the bordering states before … [Read more...] about ‘It just felt like home!’: Centennial’s Stewart to play baseball at Iowa Central

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Easton Miller, Ankeny Centennial baseball

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Senior outfielder Easton Miller helped the Ankeny Centennial baseball team to a 30-8 record this season. He batted .330 with 18 RBIs and led the Jaguars with three home runs. Miller was named to the Class 4A all-state second team by the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association. He was also selected to the CIML Conference second team and to the Class … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Easton Miller, Ankeny Centennial baseball

Oakie named to All-State Super Team, selected captain of Class 4A squad

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Ankeny Centennial junior pitcher Joey Oakie has received a pair of honors from the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association. Oakie, an Iowa recruit, was one of 16 players from across Iowa to be named to the 2023 All-State Super Team. He was also selected the captain of the Class 4A all-state team. Oakie compiled a 7-3 record with a 1.13 ERA and 91 … [Read more...] about Oakie named to All-State Super Team, selected captain of Class 4A squad

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Joey Oakie, Ankeny Centennial baseball

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Junior pitcher Joey Oakie led the Ankeny Centennial baseball team to a 30-8 record this season. He was a unanimous pick to the CIML Conference first team and was a repeat selection to the Class 4A North Central all-district first team. Oakie compiled a 7-3 mark with a 1.13 ERA and racked up 91 strikeouts in just 49 2/3 innings. He also batted .341 with … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Joey Oakie, Ankeny Centennial baseball

Oakie named to 72-man roster for USA National Team Development Program

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Ankeny Centennial junior pitcher Joey Oakie has been named to the 72-man roster for the 2023 16U/17U National Team Development Program (NTDP), USA Baseball has announced. Oakie will leave on Tuesday for Cary, N.C., where the NTDP will be held from Wednesday through Saturday at the USA Baseball National Training Complex. "I knew this would be a … [Read more...] about Oakie named to 72-man roster for USA National Team Development Program

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Nick Severson, Ankeny Centennial baseball

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Senior catcher Nick Severson helped lead the Ankeny Centennial baseball team to a 30-8 record. The Jaguars set a school record for most victories in a season. Severson batted .463 with two home runs, 12 doubles and 27 RBIs. He struck out only eight times in 123 plate appearances. Here is some inside info on Severson: Congratulations on an … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Nick Severson, Ankeny Centennial baseball

‘We had some chances early’: Jaguars strand 8 runners in stunning loss to Ames

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Ankeny Centennial's magical season on the baseball diamond came to an end one week earlier than most people expected. The top-ranked Jaguars went 1-for-10 with runners in scoring position and left eight runners on base in a stunning 5-1 loss to visiting Ames in a Class 4A substate final on Wednesday. "We had some chances early that we didn't capitalize … [Read more...] about ‘We had some chances early’: Jaguars strand 8 runners in stunning loss to Ames

Jaguars erupt for 22 runs, toss combined no-hitter in substate win over North

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The first game of the postseason can sometimes be the most stressful one. That won't be the case for the Ankeny Centennial baseball team. The top-ranked Jaguars pounded out 15 hits and rolled to a 22-0 victory over visiting Des Moines North in four innings in a Class 4A substate quarterfinal on Friday. "The guys are certainly very focused this time … [Read more...] about Jaguars erupt for 22 runs, toss combined no-hitter in substate win over North

Jaguars end slide with win over Riders, break school record with 29th victory

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team needed a win on Wednesday for a couple of reasons. After losing back-to-back games for the first time this season, the top-ranked Jaguars needed to gain some momentum heading into postseason play. Coach Mark Hey's team also needed a win to set the school record for most victories in a season. The Jaguars responded … [Read more...] about Jaguars end slide with win over Riders, break school record with 29th victory

Loss at Waukee NW forces Jaguars to share conference crown with Johnston

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With the start of postseason play later this week, the Ankeny Centennial baseball team is still trying to rediscover its mojo. The top-ranked Jaguars dropped a 6-3 decision at Waukee Northwest in their CIML Conference finale on Monday. The loss, coupled with No. 3 Johnston's 7-3 victory at No. 5 Southeast Polk, allowed the Dragons to tie Centennial for … [Read more...] about Loss at Waukee NW forces Jaguars to share conference crown with Johnston

‘We just have to regroup’: Oakie exits early in Jaguars’ loss at Sioux City North

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team entered Saturday's non-conference doubleheader at Sioux City North with a chance to break the school record for most victories in a season. The top-ranked Jaguars will now have to wait until at least Monday to set a new mark. After Centennial dropped a 4-1 decision in the opener of the twinbill, the Jaguars jumped … [Read more...] about ‘We just have to regroup’: Oakie exits early in Jaguars’ loss at Sioux City North

Split at S.E. Polk allows Jaguars to clinch ties for league title, school mark for wins

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team finally found a way to beat CIML Conference rival Southeast Polk. The top-ranked Jaguars held on for a 6-5 victory in the second game of Thursday's doubleheader at No. 5 Southeast Polk, allowing them to salvage the finale of the three-game season series. The win enabled Centennial to clinch at least a tie for the … [Read more...] about Split at S.E. Polk allows Jaguars to clinch ties for league title, school mark for wins

Dallas Center-Grimes rallies for 3 runs in 7th inning to post 7-5 win over Jaguars

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Maybe a letdown was inevitable for the Ankeny Centennial baseball team. Coming off a dramatic win in the second game of Monday's doubleheader at third-ranked Johnston and with a rivalry game against No. 10 Ankeny on deck, the No. 1 Jaguars stepped out of CIML Conference play on Tuesday to host No. 8 Dallas Center-Grimes. The Mustangs rallied for three … [Read more...] about Dallas Center-Grimes rallies for 3 runs in 7th inning to post 7-5 win over Jaguars

‘That comeback was what we needed’: Jaguars rally past Johnston to earn split

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team was on the verge of falling into second place in the CIML Conference. Down to their final out in the second game of a doubleheader at third-ranked Johnston, the No. 1 Jaguars rallied for five runs in the seventh inning and salvaged a split of Monday's twinbill with a dramatic 8-7 victory. They bounced back after … [Read more...] about ‘That comeback was what we needed’: Jaguars rally past Johnston to earn split

Jaguars beat Van Meter in matchup of top-ranked teams at Prange Classic

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Emerson Alberhasky and the Ankeny Centennial baseball team had a little extra motivation on Friday. Alberhasky went 2-for-3 and drove in a run as the top-ranked Jaguars posted a 6-3 victory over Van Meter, the No. 1 team in Class 2A, in the Brent Prange Classic at Saydel. "We were definitely motivated," said Alberhasky, who also stole two bases. "We … [Read more...] about Jaguars beat Van Meter in matchup of top-ranked teams at Prange Classic

EASTON PRIDE: Miller returns, Pratt hurls gem in Jaguars’ sweep over Valley

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Easton Miller didn't enjoy watching his Ankeny Centennial baseball teammates succeed without him. On Wednesday night, the senior centerfielder rejoined the Jaguars' lineup and helped his squad to a doubleheader sweep over visiting Valley. "It was hard," said Miller. "I was kind of bummed out at the wins that they got. It was a long week, but I'm glad … [Read more...] about EASTON PRIDE: Miller returns, Pratt hurls gem in Jaguars’ sweep over Valley