Former Ankeny Centennial softball coach Garland Shirley is now the head softball coach at Clarke University in Dubuque. Shirley has made a full recovery after undergoing a double lung transplant at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., on Nov. 14, 2017. (Photos courtesy of Garland Shirley) When Garland Shirley wakes up on Christmas morning, he won't need … [Read more...] about The Gift of Life: Shirley resumes coaching career after double lung transplant
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Ankeny assistant Delaney named Centennial softball coach
Brett Delaney took advantage of a second opportunity to apply for the head softball coaching position at Ankeny Centennial. This time, he got it. The Ankeny assistant has been named the Jaguars' head coach. His hiring was approved by the Ankeny School Board on Monday night. "I'm pretty excited," Delaney said. "It's been a fun process to go through, … [Read more...] about Ankeny assistant Delaney named Centennial softball coach
Centennial’s King to play softball at Clarke, reunite with Shirley
Ankeny Centennial outfielder Lily King has always enjoyed playing for coach Garland Shirley. Next year, she'll have a chance to play for him again. The senior has committed to join the softball program at Clarke University in Dubuque, where Shirley was named the head coach in July. "He was a great coach," King said of Shirley. "Ever since I was in … [Read more...] about Centennial’s King to play softball at Clarke, reunite with Shirley
Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Lauren Birt, Ankeny Centennial softball
Senior second baseman Lauren Birt helped the Ankeny Centennial softball team to a 25-16 record. It was the Jaguars' winningest season since the split into two high schools. Birt batted .354 with 13 RBIs and 15 stolen bases. She was selected to the Class 5A all-state third team by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Here is some inside info on … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Lauren Birt, Ankeny Centennial softball
Centennial softball coach resigns after best season in school history
Ankeny Centennial softball coach Randy Schneider has resigned from his position after leading the Jaguars to the best record in school history this season. Schneider informed his players of his decision at a team meeting earlier this week. "I think being a high school coach takes a lot of commitment from both sides," said Karlie Kaiser, a senior-to-be … [Read more...] about Centennial softball coach resigns after best season in school history