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THE BOMB SQUAD?: Jaguars hit 3 more homers, roll past No. 1 team in Class 1A

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Perhaps it is time to give the Ankeny Centennial softball team a nickname. How about "The Bomb Squad"? The seventh-ranked Jaguars hit three more home runs on Monday and rolled to an 11-1 victory over visiting Southeast Warren in six innings in a non-conference game. The Warhawks (10-3) are ranked No. 1 in Class 1A. "Southeast Warren is a really good … [Read more...] about THE BOMB SQUAD?: Jaguars hit 3 more homers, roll past No. 1 team in Class 1A

Jaguars take over No. 1 spot in latest 4A rankings from Coaches Association

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Ankeny Centennial is the new No. 1 team in Class 4A in the latest rankings from the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association. The Jaguars are off to a 10-0 start, including a 5-0 mark in the CIML Conference. They posted a 6-1 victory at then-No. 1 Dowling Catholic in a 1 vs. 2 matchup on Tuesday. Centennial has excelled in all facets of the game … [Read more...] about Jaguars take over No. 1 spot in latest 4A rankings from Coaches Association

Morris slugs 3 home runs, leads Jaguars to victories over Central Springs, Creston

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Sydney Morris and her Ankeny Centennial softball teammates are hitting the ball with a lot more power this season. Morris blasted three home runs, Mackenzie James had a pair, and Jordyn Kennedy added another blast as the seventh-ranked Jaguars defeated two ranked opponents at the Centennial Invitational on Friday. Coach Brett Delaney's squad has already … [Read more...] about Morris slugs 3 home runs, leads Jaguars to victories over Central Springs, Creston

A PERFECT 10: Jaguars stay unbeaten as Pratt hurls gem in 3-0 victory at Valley

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team finished the month of May with a perfect 10. The second-ranked Jaguars raised their overall record to 10-0 with a 3-0 victory at Valley on Wednesday. They improved to 5-0 in the CIML Conference, while Valley's marks dropped to 1-4 and 6-6. Easton Pratt tossed a one-hitter and had six strikeouts as Centennial posted … [Read more...] about A PERFECT 10: Jaguars stay unbeaten as Pratt hurls gem in 3-0 victory at Valley

‘We felt like we were the better team’: Oakie, Jaguars dominate No. 1 Dowling

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After recording another strikeout to end the fifth inning, Ankeny Centennial pitcher Joey Oakie pumped his fist and screamed with joy. Oakie went on to toss a one-hitter and had 14 strikeouts as the second-ranked Jaguars posted a 6-1 victory at No. 1 Dowling Catholic in the first game of a CIML Conference doubleheader on Tuesday. The contest was shortened … [Read more...] about ‘We felt like we were the better team’: Oakie, Jaguars dominate No. 1 Dowling

‘Our bats have been good lately’: James, Jaguars romp to 10-0 win at Dowling

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Senior outfielder Mackenzie James has played on some outstanding softball teams at Ankeny Centennial, including one that placed third in the Class 5A state tournament in 2020 and another that earned runner-up honors the following season. This year's team might be as talented as either of those squads. James went 2-for-3 and drove in three runs to lead … [Read more...] about ‘Our bats have been good lately’: James, Jaguars romp to 10-0 win at Dowling

No. 2 Jaguars rally past Independence, Davenport North to remain unbeaten

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For the first time this season, the Ankeny Centennial baseball team had to rally from behind in order to remain unbeaten. The second-ranked Jaguars overcame early deficits to defeat both Independence and Davenport North in the Tim Heggen Classic on Saturday at Ankeny. They raised their record to 8-0. "It was a long week," said Centennial coach Mark … [Read more...] about No. 2 Jaguars rally past Independence, Davenport North to remain unbeaten

‘We are having a ton of fun’: Hawkettes rebound from first loss to beat Winterset

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The ninth-ranked Ankeny softball team won two of three games on Saturday against ranked opponents at the Winterset Invitational. The Hawkettes opened the tournament with an 8-1 win over Interstate 35, the No. 5 team in Class 2A. After dropping a 7-1 decision to ADM (Adel), Ankeny then rebounded with a 4-0 victory over Winterset. ADM and Winterset are … [Read more...] about ‘We are having a ton of fun’: Hawkettes rebound from first loss to beat Winterset

Jaguars rout Newton in 5 innings on Senior Night, raise their record to 6-0

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It was a memorable Senior Night for the Ankeny Centennial baseball team. The second-ranked Jaguars scored seven runs in the fourth inning and went on to defeat visiting Newton, 11-1, in five innings in a non-conference game on Friday. Centennial raised its record to 6-0 on the season, while the loss snapped a four-game winning streak for Newton (4-2). … [Read more...] about Jaguars rout Newton in 5 innings on Senior Night, raise their record to 6-0

Jaguars continue dominance on mound, romp to 10-0 win over Urbandale

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team remained unbeaten with a 10-0 victory over visiting Urbandale in five innings on Wednesday. The second-ranked Jaguars scored four runs in the third inning and two in the fourth to build a 6-0 lead, then added four more in the fifth to end the game via the mercy rule. They improved to 3-0 in the CIML Conference and 5-0 … [Read more...] about Jaguars continue dominance on mound, romp to 10-0 win over Urbandale

Centennial softball team blanks ADM, extends scoreless streak to 19 innings

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In 19 innings this season, the Ankeny Centennial softball team has yet to allow a run. After sweeping a doubleheader on Monday at Waukee, the sixth-ranked Jaguars opened their home schedule on Tuesday with a 9-0 win over ADM (Adel) in a non-conference game. The Tigers are ranked sixth in Class 4A. Eighth grader Lauren Sandholm became the third … [Read more...] about Centennial softball team blanks ADM, extends scoreless streak to 19 innings

OAKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKIE DOMINATES AGAIN: Pitcher fans 16 in Jaguars’ sweep

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Former Ankeny pitcher Brody Brecht is expected to be a high-round draft pick in the 2024 MLB amateur draft. Don't be surprised if Ankeny Centennial junior Joey Oakie joins the Iowa sophomore near the top of the draft. Oakie turned in another brilliant performance on Monday, allowing just one hit over the first six innings while recording 16 strikeouts … [Read more...] about OAKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKIE DOMINATES AGAIN: Pitcher fans 16 in Jaguars’ sweep

HOP ON THE BUS, GUS: Senior tosses perfect game in Jaguars’ sweep

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The way that her teammates were hitting the ball, Ankeny Centennial pitcher Lauren Gustofson didn't have to be perfect in the Jaguars' softball season opener on Monday. But the senior was anyway. Gustofson tossed a five-inning perfect game with 11 strikeouts as Centennial rolled to a 15-0 victory at Waukee in the opener of a CIML Conference … [Read more...] about HOP ON THE BUS, GUS: Senior tosses perfect game in Jaguars’ sweep

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Payton Drefke, Centennial girls’ golf/softball

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Ankeny Centennial junior Payton Drefke qualified for the girls' Class 4A state golf meet as an individual by placing third in a regional meet on Wednesday at Veenker Golf Course in Ames. She shot an 8-over-par 81 to lead the Jaguars to a fourth-place finish in the 10-team field. The state meet will be held on Thursday and Friday at Otter Creek Golf Course … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Payton Drefke, Centennial girls’ golf/softball

The Pratt & Glatt Show: Duo combines on 2-hitter with 6 K’s in Jaguars’ victory

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It took two trips to Gilbert for the Ankeny Centennial baseball team to post a 12-0 victory in five innings in a non-conference game last week. The second-ranked Jaguars built a 6-0 lead in the first two innings on Thursday before play was suspended due to rain. They returned 24 hours later to complete the game. "Gilbert's a good team," said Centennial … [Read more...] about The Pratt & Glatt Show: Duo combines on 2-hitter with 6 K’s in Jaguars’ victory

Jaguars seek return to Class 5A state tournament after one-year absence

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After a one-year absence, the Ankeny Centennial softball team will be looking to return to Fort Dodge for the Class 5A state tournament this summer. The Jaguars placed third in Class 5A in 2020 and earned a runner-up finish in 2021. Last year, they advanced to a regional final before Linn-Mar (Marion) erupted for seven runs in the sixth inning to post a … [Read more...] about Jaguars seek return to Class 5A state tournament after one-year absence

Oakie, Alberhasky combine on 2-hitter with 18 K’s in Jaguars’ 9-0 victory

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The hype surrounding the Ankeny Centennial baseball team appears to be justified--based on its season opener. Ranked second in Class 4A in the preseason rankings by the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association, the Jaguars kicked off the 2023 campaign with a 9-0 victory over Webster City on Monday. The non-conference game was played at Walt Anderson … [Read more...] about Oakie, Alberhasky combine on 2-hitter with 18 K’s in Jaguars’ 9-0 victory

‘There is depth at all positions’: ACHS baseball team boasts loaded roster

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball program is still seeking its first trip to the Class 4A state tournament. This year's team appears to have the talent to end that drought. The Jaguars return many of the key players from last year's squad that posted a 25-14 record and battled eventual state champion Johnston into the bottom of the seventh inning in a … [Read more...] about ‘There is depth at all positions’: ACHS baseball team boasts loaded roster

‘It felt like a place that could lead me to grow’: Jags’ Severson to play for Tritons

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Ankeny Centennial baseball standout Nick Severson has decided to go the junior college route. Severson, a senior catcher, announced on Monday that he has verbally committed to play for Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge. "I had some other schools looking at me, and I received offers from some of them like Northwest Missouri State," said … [Read more...] about ‘It felt like a place that could lead me to grow’: Jags’ Severson to play for Tritons