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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

Hawkins tosses his 100th career TD pass in record-setting win at Simpson

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Former Ankeny quarterback Blaine Hawkins already held most of Central College's passing records. Following Saturday's game at Simpson, Hawkins owns a couple more marks. The senior passed for a school-record seven touchdowns to lead the Dutch to an 84-16 victory. He completed 22-of-24 passes for a school-record 424 yards--all in the first half. Late … [Read more...] about Hawkins tosses his 100th career TD pass in record-setting win at Simpson

SAUER POWER: Ex-Jaguar star named Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week

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Kenna Sauer transferred to Texas Tech looking for a fresh start to her collegiate volleyball career. It turned out to be a good move. Sauer led the Red Raiders to a 3-0 record in the Green Wave Invitational last weekend at Birmingham, Ala. The Missouri transfer was named tournament MVP after pounding 30 kills in a four-set victory over Sam Houston, the … [Read more...] about SAUER POWER: Ex-Jaguar star named Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week

Former Centennial athlete earns bronze medal in javelin at Paralympic games

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During high school, Justin Phongsavanh was a varsity athlete in four sports at Ankeny Centennial High School. His athletic career didn't come to an end when he was left paralyzed below the waist after being shot in a McDonald's parking lot in 2015. Earlier this month, Phongsavanh earned a bronze medal in the men's javelin at the Tokyo Paralympic … [Read more...] about Former Centennial athlete earns bronze medal in javelin at Paralympic games

Pick-6 X 2: Moss enjoys career day in Hawkeyes’ rout over Indiana

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Most defensive backs in college football would be happy to return two interceptions for touchdowns during their entire career. Iowa's Riley Moss needed just one afternoon at Kinnick Stadium to accomplish the feat. The former Ankeny Centennial star had a pair of pick-sixes in the first half as the 18th-ranked Hawkeyes rolled to a 34-6 victory over No. … [Read more...] about Pick-6 X 2: Moss enjoys career day in Hawkeyes’ rout over Indiana

Ex-Jaguars Gray, Overberg help Gophers to 1-0 victory over Ubben, Drake

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Back in 2018, Megan Gray and Tori Ubben played key roles as the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team captured the Class 3A state title. On Thursday at Drake Stadium, the former teammates found themselves on opposite sides of the pitch. Gray and another former Centennial star--Elizabeth Overberg--helped visiting Minnesota to a 1-0 victory over Ubben's … [Read more...] about Ex-Jaguars Gray, Overberg help Gophers to 1-0 victory over Ubben, Drake

Ex-Centennial star Cowan signs free agent deal with Cincinnati Reds

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Former Ankeny Centennial pitcher Cam Cowan has always wanted to play professional baseball. His dream became a lot closer to reality earlier this week. The Campbell University righthander signed a free agent deal with the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday. "I couldn't have done it without the help of all the people around me," said Cowan. "I'm very … [Read more...] about Ex-Centennial star Cowan signs free agent deal with Cincinnati Reds

Iowa DB Moss signs NIL agreement with The Kitchen and Bath Company

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Iowa defensive back Riley Moss has joined the growing list of collegiate athletes who have decided to capitalize on the name, image and likeness law that went into effect on July 1. Moss, a former Ankeny Centennial star, signed an NIL agreement with The Kitchen and Bath Company in Ankeny on Thursday. "It's really cool, especially because it's my … [Read more...] about Iowa DB Moss signs NIL agreement with The Kitchen and Bath Company

Centennial trap shooters win 13 team and squad awards, many individual medals

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The Ankeny Centennial trap shooting team wrapped up the Iowa Scholastic Clay Target Program season with strong showings at the championship events. "I couldn't be more proud of the team, squad and individual efforts we saw during the championship events," said Centennial coach Matt Deutsch. "We challenged the team back in March to focus on supporting each … [Read more...] about Centennial trap shooters win 13 team and squad awards, many individual medals