Kirkwood's Connor Kasperbauer looks to make a pass during a game in the 2018-19 season. The former Ankeny Centennial standout, who sat out this season due to an injury, has committed to play for Northern Michigan. (Photo by Dan Holm) Former Ankeny Centennial basketball standout Connor Kasperbauer has found a new home in Michigan's Upper … [Read more...] about After missing entire season, Kasperbauer commits to play for Northern Michigan
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Iowa’s Doocy, Florida’s Lindaman planning to return for 2021 season
Iowa's Allison Doocy pitches to an Iowa State batter during a game at Ames in the 2018 season. Doocy had led the Hawkeyes to a 17-5 record this spring before the season was cancelled due to the coronavirus. She is planning to return for her senior season in 2021. (Photo by Dan Holm) March 12 was a day that Allison Doocy will never forget. Kendyl … [Read more...] about Iowa’s Doocy, Florida’s Lindaman planning to return for 2021 season
‘It’s not realistic to go back’: UNI’s Brooks won’t take another year of eligibility
Northern Iowa senior Olivia Brooks, a former Ankeny standout, has completed her softball career with the Panthers. The NCAA's Division I Council has voted to allow spring-sport student-athletes an additional season of competition due to the coronavirus, but Brooks is already planning to attend graduate school in the fall. (Photos courtesy of Northern Iowa … [Read more...] about ‘It’s not realistic to go back’: UNI’s Brooks won’t take another year of eligibility
Ex-Jaguar Williams commits to play for Division II school in Florida
Former Ankeny Centennial standout Keanna Williams, shown here during a game at Ames in the 2017-18 season, has committed to play for Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. She spent the last two seasons at Mineral Area College in Park HIlls, Mo. (Photo by Drue Wolfe) One of the reasons Keanna Williams wanted to play for Mineral Area College … [Read more...] about Ex-Jaguar Williams commits to play for Division II school in Florida
Blimpie Sub of the Week: Ben McDermott, ACA boys’ basketball
Ben McDermott of the Ankeny Christian Academy boys' basketball team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. He will receive a free meal. (Photo by Dan Holm) Sophomore Ben McDermott was one of the top reserves this season for the Ankeny Christian Academy boys' basketball team. He helped the Eagles to a 21-4 record. McDermott … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Ben McDermott, ACA boys’ basketball