The players on the Ankeny Centennial softball team wanted to make sure that coach Brett Delaney enjoyed his birthday on Friday. The top-ranked Jaguars did their part by sweeping a non-conference doubleheader at Cedar Falls. They rallied for a 4-3 win in the opener before completing the sweep with a 14-5 triumph. "We’re always motivated to take the win, … [Read more...] about Jaguars celebrate Delaney’s birthday by sweeping doubleheader at Cedar Falls
Summer
‘There’s a lot of games left’: No. 1 Jaguars split at Urbandale, stay in first place
The race for the CIML Conference baseball championship is far from over. Top-ranked Ankeny Centennial romped to a 12-1 victory in six innings in the first game of a doubleheader on Thursday at Urbandale, but the J-Hawks rebounded with a 2-1 win in the nightcap. Centennial continues to lead the league standings with a 12-2 record, but No. 3 Johnston … [Read more...] about ‘There’s a lot of games left’: No. 1 Jaguars split at Urbandale, stay in first place
No. 1 Jaguars blank Urbandale twice, move closer to CIML Conference crown
The Ankeny Centennial softball team moved closer to the CIML Conference title by sweeping a doubleheader on Thursday at Urbandale. The top-ranked Jaguars rolled to a 15-0 victory in three innings in the first game, then completed the sweep with a 3-0 win. They improved to 10-0 in the conference and 19-2 overall, while the J-Hawks' records dropped to 1-9 … [Read more...] about No. 1 Jaguars blank Urbandale twice, move closer to CIML Conference crown
Even with Easton Miller out of the lineup, No. 1 Jaguars continue to roll past foes
The Ankeny Centennial baseball team hasn't skipped a beat without its normal leadoff hitter. The top-ranked Jaguars rolled to a 13-2 victory over visiting Waukee in five innings on Wednesday. They played their third straight game without starting centerfielder Easton Miller, who left the opener of Monday's doubleheader against Waukee Northwest with a … [Read more...] about Even with Easton Miller out of the lineup, No. 1 Jaguars continue to roll past foes
Carlisle holds on for 3-1 victory, snaps Jaguars’ 13-game winning streak
The visiting Carlisle softball team snapped top-ranked Ankeny Centennial's 13-game winning streak with a 3-1 victory in a non-conference game on Tuesday. The Wildcats, who are ranked fifth in Class 4A, improved to 15-2 with their fifth straight win. Centennial's record dropped to 17-2. The Jaguars were held to seven hits by Addesyn Abel. Cora Boyle … [Read more...] about Carlisle holds on for 3-1 victory, snaps Jaguars’ 13-game winning streak
No. 1 Centennial pounds out 12 hits in 8-3 win over Norwalk, raises record to 18-1
Five different players had two hits apiece as the Ankeny Centennial baseball team defeated visiting Norwalk, 8-3, in a non-conference game on Tuesday. The top-ranked Jaguars used a four-run fourth inning to build a 6-0 lead. They pounded out 12 hits against a trio of Norwalk pitchers. Centennial improved to 18-1 on the season. The Warriors' record … [Read more...] about No. 1 Centennial pounds out 12 hits in 8-3 win over Norwalk, raises record to 18-1
‘Everything is just clicking’: Jaguars rally past Waukee NW to complete sweep
For five innings, the Ankeny Centennial baseball team didn't have an answer for Waukee Northwest righthander Grant Miller. In the end, though, the top-ranked Jaguars found a way to come out on top--just like they have all season. Centennial rallied for three runs in the sixth inning to post a 3-1 victory that completed a sweep of Monday's doubleheader … [Read more...] about ‘Everything is just clicking’: Jaguars rally past Waukee NW to complete sweep
STARRING ROLE: Addi’s walk-off hit in 9th inning allows Jags to sweep Waukee NW
It had been a rough night at the plate for Addi Starr. But when the Ankeny Centennial softball team needed her to come through, the junior third baseman delivered. Starr hit a walk-off single in the ninth inning to give the top-ranked Jaguars a 3-2 victory over No. 3 Waukee Northwest and complete a sweep of Monday's doubleheader against the visiting … [Read more...] about STARRING ROLE: Addi’s walk-off hit in 9th inning allows Jags to sweep Waukee NW
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Easton Pratt, Ankeny Centennial baseball
Senior pitcher Easton Pratt has helped the Ankeny Centennial baseball team to a 15-1 record and a No. 1 ranking in Class 4A. He tossed a four-hitter with five strikeouts as the Jaguars posted a 3-0 victory at Ankeny on Wednesday to complete a sweep of a doubleheader. Pratt has compiled a 4-0 mark with a 0.00 ERA. He has allowed no runs on nine hits in 21 … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Easton Pratt, Ankeny Centennial baseball
‘We treated it as any other game day’: Jaguars sweep Linn-Mar, avenge ’22 loss
In a rematch of last year's Class 5A regional final, the top-ranked Ankeny Centennial softball team rolled to a sweep at No. 5 Linn-Mar (Marion) in a non-conference doubleheader on Saturday. The Jaguars posted a 7-0 victory in the opener, then completed the sweep with a 10-0 win in six innings. They avenged last year's 9-4 loss to the Lions. "Going to … [Read more...] about ‘We treated it as any other game day’: Jaguars sweep Linn-Mar, avenge ’22 loss
Jaguars bounce back from loss with wins over Davenport Central, C.R. Kennedy
It didn't take long for the Ankeny Centennial baseball team to bounce back from its first loss of the season. The top-ranked Jaguars earned a pair of non-conference victories on Saturday at Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids. They rolled to a 16-2 win over Davenport Central in five innings, then followed with a 7-5 triumph over No. 4 Cedar Rapids … [Read more...] about Jaguars bounce back from loss with wins over Davenport Central, C.R. Kennedy
No. 1 Jaguars sweep Waterloo West, will visit No. 5 Linn-Mar on Saturday
The Ankeny Centennial softball team blasted three more home runs in the first game of a non-conference doubleheader sweep on Friday at Waterloo West. The top-ranked Jaguars rallied from an early 2-0 deficit to post a 9-4 win in the opener, then completed the sweep with a 10-0 victory. They extended their winning streak to nine games and improved to 13-1 … [Read more...] about No. 1 Jaguars sweep Waterloo West, will visit No. 5 Linn-Mar on Saturday
S.E. Polk’s Medina tosses 3-hitter, hands No. 1 Jaguars their first loss of season
The winning streak has finally ended. The top-ranked Ankeny Centennial baseball team suffered its first loss on Thursday as visiting Southeast Polk posted a 5-1 victory over the Jaguars. The No. 5 Rams used a three-run second inning to build a 4-0 lead and then held on for the win behind Carson Medina, who tossed a three-hitter and had nine strikeouts in … [Read more...] about S.E. Polk’s Medina tosses 3-hitter, hands No. 1 Jaguars their first loss of season
Jaguars take over No. 1 spot in rankings, then top Dowling in make-up game
After taking over the No. 1 spot in the latest Class 5A rankings, the Ankeny Centennial softball team extended its winning streak to seven games with a 6-2 victory at Dowling Catholic on Thursday. The contest was a make-up game that was previously postponed due to rain on May 30. The Jaguars improved to 6-0 in the CIML Conference and 11-1 overall. … [Read more...] about Jaguars take over No. 1 spot in rankings, then top Dowling in make-up game
Alberhasky, Pratt toss back-to-back gems in Centennial’s sweep over Hawks
The Ankeny Centennial baseball team just keeps rolling along. The top-ranked Jaguars remained unbeaten by sweeping a doubleheader on Wednesday at Ankeny. They posted a 3-0 victory in the nightcap after winning the opener, 4-1. Centennial improved to 8-0 in the CIML Conference and 13-0 overall. The Jaguars have won every game by at least three … [Read more...] about Alberhasky, Pratt toss back-to-back gems in Centennial’s sweep over Hawks
Jaguars snap Johnston’s 9-game winning streak, take CIML Conference lead
Joey Oakie and the Ankeny Centennial baseball players haven't forgotten last year's 3-2 loss to eventual Class 4A state champion Johnston in a substate final. The Jaguars haven't lost since. Oakie tossed a two-hitter and had nine strikeouts to lead top-ranked Centennial to a 12-3 victory over No. 3 Johnston in a CIML Conference showdown on Monday. The … [Read more...] about Jaguars snap Johnston’s 9-game winning streak, take CIML Conference lead
THE BOMB SQUAD?: Jaguars hit 3 more homers, roll past No. 1 team in Class 1A
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
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
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
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