The Ankeny Centennial wrestlers needed a late rally to defeat visiting Ottumwa, 39-36, in a non-conference dual meet on Thursday. Carter Bennett recorded a fall at 138 pounds to tie the score at 36-36 heading into the final match. Tenth-ranked Drew Dunn then posted a 7-2 decision at 145 over Braylon Griffiths, winning the matchup of state qualifiers from … [Read more...] about Jaguars edge Ottumwa wrestlers on wins by Bennett, Dunn in final 2 matches
Wrestling
Jaguars place 3rd at Mustang Invitational behind champions Hron, Cahill, English
Ankeny Centennial's varsity wrestling lineup could undergo a lot of changes before the end of the season. The one that the Jaguars have right now is already pretty good. Centennial placed third among 14 teams in the Mustang Invitational on Saturday at Dallas Center-Grimes. The Jaguars finished with 174 points. "As a team we have a lot of room for … [Read more...] about Jaguars place 3rd at Mustang Invitational behind champions Hron, Cahill, English
‘We wanted to go out and make a statement’: Jaguars romp past Waukee
Thursday's season opener was a smashing success for the Ankeny Centennial wrestlers. The Jaguars recorded eight falls and rolled to a 60-18 victory over visiting Waukee in a non-conference dual meet. "It was a good start for us," said Centennial coach Jay Groth. "We got a pin in the first seven matches--most of them in the first period, so that was … [Read more...] about ‘We wanted to go out and make a statement’: Jaguars romp past Waukee
‘It should be a fun year’: Jaguars boast 6 returning state qualifiers
Thursday will be a special night for Ankeny Centennial wrestling coach Jay Groth. The Jaguars will open their season by hosting a dual meet against Waukee. "It will be the first time in my career that I will face a former wrestler of mine as a head coach," said Groth. "John Meeks wrestled at Des Moines Roosevelt when I was coaching there (and was a … [Read more...] about ‘It should be a fun year’: Jaguars boast 6 returning state qualifiers
‘It feels amazing, but I want more’: Jags’ Cahill not satisfied with 5th-place finish
After earning a fifth-place finish in the Class 3A state wrestling tournament on Saturday, Ankeny Centennial junior Carter Cahill is still hungry. "It feels amazing, but I want more," said Cahill. "Next year I'm certainly shooting for that state championship." The sixth-ranked Cahill posted a 7-2 decision over No. 10 Ryan Van Donselaar of Pella in the … [Read more...] about ‘It feels amazing, but I want more’: Jags’ Cahill not satisfied with 5th-place finish
Cahill avenges loss to Fort Dodge’s Cook, assures himself of top-six finish
Ankeny Centennial's Carter Cahill didn't get down on himself after a first-round loss in the Class 3A state wrestling tournament on Thursday. The sixth-ranked Cahill has responded with three consecutive consolation victories at 160 pounds. He posted a 3-2 decision over No. 5 Kody Cook of Fort Dodge on Friday night at Wells Fargo Arena, assuring himself of … [Read more...] about Cahill avenges loss to Fort Dodge’s Cook, assures himself of top-six finish
Wiener advances to quarterfinals; 3 other Jaguars alive in consolation bracket
Ankeny Centennial's Cael Wiener was a lot more relaxed heading into this year's Class 3A state wrestling tournament. He felt even better after advancing to Friday's quarterfinals. The eighth-ranked Wiener posted a 12-6 decision over No. 7 Nate Bierma of Valley in a first-round match at 113 pounds on Thursday at Wells Fargo Arena. He Improved his record … [Read more...] about Wiener advances to quarterfinals; 3 other Jaguars alive in consolation bracket
Blimpie Sub of the Week: Cody Vandermark, Centennial wrestling
Freshman Cody Vandermark is a member of the Ankeny Centennial wrestling team. He helped the Jaguars to a 16-7 dual record this season. "Cody is an undersized 106-pounder--he weighs 93 pounds--who has subbed for us at 106 numerous times, often on short notice," said Centennial coach Jay Groth. "He works his tail off." Vandermark closed out his season on … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Cody Vandermark, Centennial wrestling
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Carter Cahill, Ankeny Centennial wrestling
Junior Carter Cahill is one of six state qualifiers for the Ankeny Centennial wrestling team. Cahill, who is ranked sixth in Class 3A at 160 pounds, placed second in a district tournament on Saturday at Marshalltown. Cahill currently boasts a 26-8 record. He will meet Kacey Ross of Urbandale (24-4) in the opening round of the state tournament on Thursday … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Carter Cahill, Ankeny Centennial wrestling
Helmkamp wins district title, advances to state along with 5 other Jaguars
Ankeny Centennial's Jackson Helmkamp and Cael Wiener are heading back to the state wrestling tournament at Wells Fargo Arena. Four of their teammates will be joining them. Helmkamp won a Class 3A district title on Saturday at Marshalltown to earn his third consecutive trip to state, while Wiener claimed runner-up honors to qualify for the second year … [Read more...] about Helmkamp wins district title, advances to state along with 5 other Jaguars
Jaguars use JV lineup, fall to No. 3 Waukee in final at regional duals
The Ankeny Centennial wrestlers decided to play it safe on Wednesday night. Using a lineup of junior varsity matmen, the Jaguars posted a 46-9 victory over Dallas Center-Grimes in a Class 3A regional dual before dropping an 81-0 decision to host Waukee in the final round. The third-ranked Warriors advanced to next week's state duals tournament at Wells … [Read more...] about Jaguars use JV lineup, fall to No. 3 Waukee in final at regional duals
‘I’d probably give us about a C’: Jaguars tie for 8th place at Ed Winger Invite
Saturday wasn't a great day for the Ankeny Centennial wrestlers. The Jaguars tied for eighth place among 20 teams in the prestigious Ed Winger Invitational at Urbandale. They finished with 87 points, equaling the total amassed by a Valley squad that Centennial defeated earlier this month, 51-24. "I'd probably give us about a C," said Centennial coach … [Read more...] about ‘I’d probably give us about a C’: Jaguars tie for 8th place at Ed Winger Invite
Boyle’s pin in OT sparks Centennial wrestlers to 66-11 victory over Mohawks
Thursday's dual meet got off to an exciting start for the Ankeny Centennial wrestling team. The rest of the night went pretty well for the Jaguars, too. Heavyweight Logan Boyle provided an early spark with a fall in overtime and Centennial went on to defeat visiting Mason City, 66-11, in a CIML Iowa Conference matchup. The Jaguars improved their dual … [Read more...] about Boyle’s pin in OT sparks Centennial wrestlers to 66-11 victory over Mohawks
Bruhl returns to lineup, helps Jaguars to 4-1 record at Osage Duals
After losing to top-ranked Southeast Polk midway through the tournament, the Ankeny Centennial wrestlers rebounded on Saturday to defeat two other rated opponents to close out the Osage Duals. The Jaguars posted a 36-34 victory over Osage, then followed with a 35-30 win over Independence. Those teams are ranked No. 2 and No. 8, respectively, in Class … [Read more...] about Bruhl returns to lineup, helps Jaguars to 4-1 record at Osage Duals
Blimpie Sub of the Week: Logan Song, Ankeny Centennial wrestling
Sophomore Logan Song is a member of the Ankeny Centennial wrestling team. He has helped the Jaguars to a 10-5 record. Song filled in at 138 pounds earlier this season when eighth-ranked teammate Jackson Helmkamp was out with an injury. He posted an 11-1 major decision over Ames' Jordan Corrieri to help the Jaguars to a 57-24 victory on Dec. 22 at … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Logan Song, Ankeny Centennial wrestling
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Jackson Helmkamp, Centennial wrestling
Junior Jackson Helmkamp has helped the Ankeny Centennial wrestling team to a 10-5 record this season. The two-time state qualifier is ranked eighth at 138 pounds in Class 3A with a 13-1 mark. Helmkamp won all eight of his matches last week, including victories over a trio of ranked opponents. He defeated No. 9 Jace Anderson of Ankeny on Monday and No. 7 … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Jackson Helmkamp, Centennial wrestling
Cahill, Helmkamp lead Centennial to runner-up finish at Allie Morrison Duals
The Ankeny Centennial wrestlers took another step forward on Saturday during the Allie Morrison Duals at Marshalltown. The Jaguars placed second in the tournament with a 3-2 record. They are now 10-5 on the season. Still, Centennial coach Jay Groth said his team has more work to do. "We're getting there," he said. "But I'm not happy with the way we … [Read more...] about Cahill, Helmkamp lead Centennial to runner-up finish at Allie Morrison Duals
Centennial wrestlers rack up 13 falls in wins over Marshalltown, Valley
Jay Groth was hoping that his Ankeny Centennial wrestlers would bounce back from a loss to Ankeny in a big way. The Jaguars certainly did. Centennial defeated a pair of visiting opponents in a double dual meet on Thursday. The Jaguars posted a 50-25 victory over Marshalltown in a non-conference dual, then later topped Valley, 51-24, in a CIML Iowa … [Read more...] about Centennial wrestlers rack up 13 falls in wins over Marshalltown, Valley
PIN TO WIN: Centennial wrestlers rack up 8 falls in 57-24 victory over Ames
The Ankeny Centennial wrestlers spend a lot of extra time in practice working on their pinning techniques. Those efforts paid off in a big way on Tuesday. The Jaguars celebrated their Senior Night with a 57-24 victory over visiting Ames in their CIML Iowa Conference opener, racking up eight falls along the way. "For the most part, I was pretty happy … [Read more...] about PIN TO WIN: Centennial wrestlers rack up 8 falls in 57-24 victory over Ames
Centennial’s Boyle defeats teammate to win title at Don Miller Invitational
Saturday's Don Miller Invitational featured another dominant performance by the host Fort Dodge wrestlers. The fourth-ranked Dodgers crowned five individual champions and racked up 233 points to win their own tournament for the sixth consecutive time. Thirteen teams competed in the event, including Ankeny Centennial. No. 10 Dowling Catholic placed … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Boyle defeats teammate to win title at Don Miller Invitational