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Join the fight against Huntington’s disease: Register for Jan. 29 Hoopathon

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The Huntington's Disease Society of America's (HDSA) Iowa Chapter will be hosting the 2022 Ankeny Hoopathon on Saturday, Jan. 29 at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ankeny. This is one of the flagship events organized by HDSA’s volunteer-led Chapters and Affiliates nationwide to recognize those who have made an impact in their community while inspiring … [Read more...] about Join the fight against Huntington’s disease: Register for Jan. 29 Hoopathon

‘I can’t wait for one last ride!”: Moss puts off NFL aspirations, will return to Iowa

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Riley Moss always dreamed of playing for the Iowa Hawkeyes. He doesn't want the dream to end just yet. Putting off his NFL aspirations for now, Moss announced via Twitter on Wednesday that he'll return to play one more season for the Iowa football team. "I have more goals I would like to achieve and this team has more goals to achieve as well," Moss … [Read more...] about ‘I can’t wait for one last ride!”: Moss puts off NFL aspirations, will return to Iowa

Iowa State’s Gibson enters transfer portal, wants to maximize his potential

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Former Ankeny Centennial quarterback Hayes Gibson is looking for a fresh start. The Iowa State redshirt freshman announced via Twitter on Monday that he will be transferring to another school. "Thank you to the entire coaching staff and team at Iowa State," Gibson tweeted. "I have decided it's in my best interest to enter my name into the transfer … [Read more...] about Iowa State’s Gibson enters transfer portal, wants to maximize his potential

‘I need to end it the right way’: Pinegar to return for one more season at Penn State

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Jake Pinegar's college football career isn't over yet. The former Ankeny Centennial star announced via twitter on Sunday that he'll be coming back for one more season at Penn State. "Only thing consistent in life is adversity. Things don't get easier, you just become stronger. So much more to prove individually and collectively with this team. Talk is … [Read more...] about ‘I need to end it the right way’: Pinegar to return for one more season at Penn State

‘I was overwhelmed with emotions’: Central’s Hawkins wins Gagliardi Trophy

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Central College quarterback Blaine Hawkins has been named the winner of the Gagliardi Trophy, which is awarded to the nation's top Division III football player. The former Ankeny star watched the award announcement with members of his family and some of his teammates in Pella. The Gagliardi Trophy is the Division III version of the Heisman Trophy. "I … [Read more...] about ‘I was overwhelmed with emotions’: Central’s Hawkins wins Gagliardi Trophy

SHE’S A NATIONAL CHAMP: Robinson helps Badgers to first volleyball title

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Devyn Robinson's volleyball resume just keeps growing. The former Ankeny Centennial star is now an NCAA champion. Robinson had six kills and 10 blocks to help Wisconsin to a thrilling five-set victory over Big Ten Conference rival Nebraska in the title match on Saturday at Columbus, Ohio. The Badgers (31-3) posted a 22-25, 31-29, 25-23, 23-25, 15-12 … [Read more...] about SHE’S A NATIONAL CHAMP: Robinson helps Badgers to first volleyball title

BOUND FOR COLUMBUS: Robinson helps Badgers reach 3rd straight Final 4

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Devyn Robinson and the Wisconsin volleyball team are headed back to the Final Four. Again. Robinson had 11 kills and six blocks as the fourth-seeded Badgers swept Big Ten conference rival Minnesota in the Madison regional final on Saturday at UW Field House. The former Ankeny Centennial star was named to the all-region team. "I just went out there … [Read more...] about BOUND FOR COLUMBUS: Robinson helps Badgers reach 3rd straight Final 4

Iowa standout Moss named a first-team all-American by CBS Sports

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Chalk up another honor for Iowa defensive back Riley Moss. And it's a big one. The former Ankeny Centennial star has been named a first-team all-American by CBS Sports. He has helped lead the Hawkeyes to a 10-3 record, including an appearance in the Big Ten championship game. Moss has made 36 tackles this season, despite missing three games due to a … [Read more...] about Iowa standout Moss named a first-team all-American by CBS Sports

Florida Gulf Coast’s rally spoils potential duel between ex-Jags Sauer, Robinson

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The anticipated matchup between former Ankeny Centennial volleyball stars Devyn Robinson and Kenna Sauer in the NCAA Tournament never materialized. While Robinson's Wisconsin team cruised to an easy victory over Colgate in Friday's opening round at the UW Field House, Sauer's Texas Tech squad jumped out to a 2-0 lead against Florida Gulf Coast before … [Read more...] about Florida Gulf Coast’s rally spoils potential duel between ex-Jags Sauer, Robinson

Ex-Ankeny standout Johnson receives WolfPACT Scholarship from Northern St.

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Former Ankeny girls' basketball standout Abby Johnson is the recipient of the WolfPACT Scholarship from Northern State University in Aberdeen, S.D. The WolfPACT is the largest guaranteed, four-year scholarship in South Dakota. Students entering their freshman year at NSU are eligible for various funding amounts based on their ACT scores and … [Read more...] about Ex-Ankeny standout Johnson receives WolfPACT Scholarship from Northern St.

Moss named Big Ten Conference Tatum-Woodson Defensive Back of the Year

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If this ends up being the final season of Riley Moss' Iowa football career, it's been a memorable one. The former Ankeny Centennial star was named the Big Ten Conference Tatum-Woodson Defensive Back of the Year on Tuesday. He is the fifth Hawkeye to win the award and the first since Amani Hooker in 2019. Moss ranks 11th in the country and third in the … [Read more...] about Moss named Big Ten Conference Tatum-Woodson Defensive Back of the Year

Texas Tech’s Sauer, Wisconsin’s Robinson could meet in NCAA Tournament

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Kenna Sauer helped the Texas Tech volleyball team end a 20-year NCAA Championship drought. Now, the former Ankeny Centennial star could be headed toward a possible second-round matchup against one of her ex-Jaguar teammates. Sauer and the Red Raiders (17-12) earned their first trip to the Big Dance since 2001 during the NCAA Selection Show on Sunday … [Read more...] about Texas Tech’s Sauer, Wisconsin’s Robinson could meet in NCAA Tournament

BLAINE’S MAGIC TRICK: Central reaches quarterfinals on Hawkins’ record-tying TD

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Blaine Hawkins entered Saturday's second-round NCAA Division III playoff game with a chance to make some football history. The former Ankeny quarterback etched his name in the record book in the most dramatic way possible. Hawkins found teammate Tanner Schminke in the corner of the end zone for a 3-yard touchdown pass on the game's final play to give … [Read more...] about BLAINE’S MAGIC TRICK: Central reaches quarterfinals on Hawkins’ record-tying TD

Hawkins becomes 8th QB in Division III history with 50 TD passes in a season

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After another dominant showing in his final American Rivers game Saturday, Central College quarterback Blaine Hawkins was tabbed as the league's offensive player of the week for the sixth time this season. Hawkins, a former Ankeny standout and the league's 2019 offensive MVP, received the honor for the 12th time in his Central career after throwing five … [Read more...] about Hawkins becomes 8th QB in Division III history with 50 TD passes in a season

DIG THIS: Ex-Jag Macke becomes Drake’s all-time leader with her 2,424th dig

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Former Ankeny Centennial standout Kylee Macke already owned three of the top 11 single-season dig totals in Drake volleyball history. Now, the redshirt senior libero is the Bulldogs' all-time leader as well. Macke recorded 12 digs on Saturday during Drake's sweep over visiting Southern Illinois at the Knapp Center. She became the Bulldogs' career digs … [Read more...] about DIG THIS: Ex-Jag Macke becomes Drake’s all-time leader with her 2,424th dig

Soccer standouts Brown, Gray, Whitaker honored by Big Ten Conference

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The soccer careers of Olivia Brown, Megan Gray and Riley Whitaker didn't end without the former Ankeny standouts earning one more honor. All three players were winners of the Sportsmanship Award from the Big Ten Conference, which recognized one athlete from each of the league's 14 teams for the honor. The students chosen are individuals who have … [Read more...] about Soccer standouts Brown, Gray, Whitaker honored by Big Ten Conference

AHS grad Hill among finalists for 2021 NCAA Woman of the Year Award

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Former Ankeny runner Naomi HIll is one of nine finalists for the 2021 NCAA Woman of the Year Award. Hill, a 2017 Ankeny High School graduate, competed in the triathlon at North Central College (Ill.). She contributed to team victories at the USA Triathlon Collegiate Club Division III National Championship in 2017 and 2018, including fourth-place … [Read more...] about AHS grad Hill among finalists for 2021 NCAA Woman of the Year Award

Ex-Jaguar Lewton earns 2nd straight ARC women’s doubles crown

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Former Ankeny Centennial tennis standout Alyssa Lewton is now a two-time American Rivers Conference doubles champion. The Central College player teamed up with fellow senior Maddie Hartley of Clarinda to win the A-Flight women's doubles at the conference individual championships on Saturday at Sioux City. It was a repeat title for Lewton, who combined … [Read more...] about Ex-Jaguar Lewton earns 2nd straight ARC women’s doubles crown

Loras’ Talmadge, Central’s Hawkins honored by American Rivers Conference

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Former Ankeny Centennial place-kicker Scott Talmadge and former Ankeny quarterback Blaine Hawkins have been honored by the American Rivers Conference for their performances on Saturday. Talmadge, a freshman at Loras College, was named the football special teams player of the week. He made all three of his field-goal attempts--two of them from 36 yards … [Read more...] about Loras’ Talmadge, Central’s Hawkins honored by American Rivers Conference