The Ankeny Christian Academy baseball team is enjoying the best season in school history. The Eagles lead the Bluegrass Conference with a 13-0 record and are 20-1 overall, setting a new ACA mark for most wins in a season. The previous record of 19 victories was set in the 2017-18 season. ACA's only loss came in the first game of a doubleheader at … [Read more...] about Ankeny Christian Academy baseball team sets school record for most victories
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Iowa star Doocy named second-team all-Region by National Fastpitch Coaches
Allison Doocy was still pitching for the Ankeny softball team the last time a University of Iowa player earned all-Region honors. On May 20, Doocy joined that exclusive club when she was named second-team all-Region by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association. Megan Blank was the last Hawkeye to receive that honor in 2014. Doocy, a senior pitcher, … [Read more...] about Iowa star Doocy named second-team all-Region by National Fastpitch Coaches
Ex-Centennial lineman Winters commits to play for McNeese State
Former Ankeny Centennial football standout Trey Winters has found a new home. The offensive lineman announced earlier this month via Twitter that he had committed to play for McNeese State, one of the top FCS programs in the country. "I am excited to announce that I will be joining McNeese State University to join the Cowboys," Winters tweeted. "I’m so … [Read more...] about Ex-Centennial lineman Winters commits to play for McNeese State
Ellsworth freshman Morris named to ICCAC All-Region 2nd team
Former Ankeny Centennial baseball standout Trey Morris has been named to the Division II Iowa Community College Athletic Conference All-Region second team. A freshman at Ellsworth Community College, Morris was selected to the squad as an infielder. He helped the Panthers to a 20-38 record this season. Morris played in all 58 games. He batted .330 with … [Read more...] about Ellsworth freshman Morris named to ICCAC All-Region 2nd team
Scott hired to replace Garvis as Ankeny Centennial Activities Director
Ankeny Community Schools has hired a replacement for outgoing Ankeny Centennial Activities Director Scott Garvis. Robert Scott has been hired to take over the position, pending School Board approval on Monday. According to a press release from Ankeny Schools, Scott brings 30 years of experience as an educator and administrator. Since 2013, he has … [Read more...] about Scott hired to replace Garvis as Ankeny Centennial Activities Director
Back for extra season, Florida’s Lindaman earns all-SEC second-team honors
Kendyl Lindaman is making the most of her extra season of collegiate eligibility. The Florida softball star, who returned to the field this season as a graduate player after the 2020 campaign was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, has been named to the all-SEC second team as a utility/designated player. She was one of five Gators to be honored by the … [Read more...] about Back for extra season, Florida’s Lindaman earns all-SEC second-team honors
SDSU’s Daugherty named to All-Summit League softball team
Former Ankeny softball star Peyton Daugherty continues to be a hitting machine. The South Dakota State junior leftfielder has been named to the 2021 All-Summit League softball team, which was announced on Tuesday. She landed a spot on the second team. Daugherty, who was an all-state shortstop at Ankeny, ranked second in the league with 53 hits, 38 runs … [Read more...] about SDSU’s Daugherty named to All-Summit League softball team
‘She is just an incredible young woman’: Doocy tosses Iowa’s 18th no-hitter
Former Ankeny pitcher Allison Doocy continues to etch her name in the Iowa softball record book. Doocy threw the 18th no-hitter in program history on Sunday, leading the Hawkeyes to an 8-0 victory at Rutgers in five innings. She finished with five strikeouts as Iowa completed a sweep of the four-game weekend series. It was the Hawkeyes' first no-hitter … [Read more...] about ‘She is just an incredible young woman’: Doocy tosses Iowa’s 18th no-hitter
‘I’m excited to get there!’: Sauer to transfer from Missouri to Texas Tech
Kenna Sauer is leaving a former Big 12 Conference school for a current one. Sauer, who played her first two years of collegiate volleyball at Missouri, has decided to transfer to Texas Tech. She will have three seasons of eligibility remaining. "What really drew me to Tech was the coaching staff and how valued they made me feel," said Sauer. "I feel … [Read more...] about ‘I’m excited to get there!’: Sauer to transfer from Missouri to Texas Tech
Ex-Centennial star Robinson earns third-team All-American honors
A record six members of the top-ranked Wisconsin volleyball team--including former Ankeny Centennial star Devyn Robinson--have earned American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) All-America honors, the organization announced on Wednesday. Robinson was named to the third team. Just the fourth Badger to earn All-America honors as a freshman, Robinson … [Read more...] about Ex-Centennial star Robinson earns third-team All-American honors
Indiana State’s Kooker named to all-MVC first team
Former Ankeny soccer star Chloee Kooker has been named to the all-Missouri Valley Conference first team. Kooker, a sophomore midfielder at Indiana State, started all 10 matches for the Sycamores during the 2021 spring season. She recorded 895 minutes of action, including at least 90 minutes in nine of the 10 games. Kooker had three shots throughout the … [Read more...] about Indiana State’s Kooker named to all-MVC first team
Rhoads wins Ankeny Fanatic’s NCAA Tournament pool
Tony Rhoads of Ankeny is the winner of the Ankeny Fanatic NCAA Tournament pool. He receives a $50 gift card from the Yankee Clipper. Rhoads finished with 93 points. He was the only person to correctly pick Baylor to win the tournament. Nate Tobey placed second with 77 points. He was the winner of the 2019 NCAA Tournament pool as well as the 2019 … [Read more...] about Rhoads wins Ankeny Fanatic’s NCAA Tournament pool
Coe’s Teeple named American Rivers Conference Most Valuable Player
Former Ankeny Centennial volleyball standout Elli Teeple made some history on Thursday. The Coe College setter was named the American Rivers Conference Volleyball MVP, becoming the first Kohawk women's player to earn the league's MVP award. The junior has now earned all-conference honors in three straight seasons. Teeple was among a record six Coe … [Read more...] about Coe’s Teeple named American Rivers Conference Most Valuable Player
Wisconsin freshman Robinson named to all-Big Ten Conference first team
It didn't take long for Wisconsin's Devyn Robinson to become a force in the Big Ten Conference. The former Ankeny Centennial volleyball star has been named to the all-Big Ten first team, the league office announced on Wednesday. The freshman middle blocker and right-side hitter has helped the Badgers to a 15-0 record this season. Robinson has racked up … [Read more...] about Wisconsin freshman Robinson named to all-Big Ten Conference first team
Ballenger, Vacek return home for ‘amazing experience’ to play Cyclones
The end of Alyssa Ballenger's collegiate volleyball career is just around the corner. Isabelle Vacek's career is just getting under way. Despite those differences, both former Ankeny standouts enjoyed returning to central Iowa last weekend as their Wayne State (Neb.) squad played a pair of exhibition matches against Iowa State at Hilton … [Read more...] about Ballenger, Vacek return home for ‘amazing experience’ to play Cyclones
Homer, the Miracle League’s mascot, comes to Ankeny
The Ankeny Kiwanis Club is proud to welcome Miracle League's mascot Homer to Ankeny! Homer is the mascot for Miracle League--a national organization that promotes the creation of accessible baseball leagues and obstacle-free ball fields in communities across the country. A partnership of Ankeny Kiwanis Club service organization, the City of Ankeny, and a … [Read more...] about Homer, the Miracle League’s mascot, comes to Ankeny
Strait helps Bulldogs reach Elite Eight of NCAA Division II tournament
Hunter Strait and the Truman State men's basketball team are headed to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Division II tournament. Strait, a former Ankeny Centennial standout, made two free throws in the final seconds to seal the Bulldogs' 65-62 victory over Michigan Tech on Tuesday night in the Midwest Regional final at Evansville, Ind. Truman State (20-2) … [Read more...] about Strait helps Bulldogs reach Elite Eight of NCAA Division II tournament
Here’s how to enter Ankeny Fanatic’s NCAA Tournament pool
Are you ready for some March Madness? How about some Bracketology? After a one-year absence due to COVID-19, the NCAA Tournament returns this week with all games being played in Indianapolis and other sites around the Hoosier State. And Ankeny Fanatic will once again offer an NCAA Tournament pool sponsored by the Yankee Clipper. The winner of the pool … [Read more...] about Here’s how to enter Ankeny Fanatic’s NCAA Tournament pool
Rhoads to join Ohio State’s football program as defensive analyst
It only took three decades, but Paul Rhoads is returning to Columbus, Ohio. The Ankeny native and former Iowa State head football coach has been hired to become a defensive analyst at Ohio State, where he served as a graduate assistant in 1991 under John Cooper. He brings 28 years of coaching experience to Ryan Day's Buckeyes staff. Rhoads' experience … [Read more...] about Rhoads to join Ohio State’s football program as defensive analyst
‘His passing is a tragic loss’: Osborn motivated young people to be their best
The loss of former Ankeny High School teacher, coach and administrator Scott Osborn has resonated throughout the entire community. Osborn passed away on Saturday after a three-year battle with ALS. He was 72 years old. "His passing is a tragic loss to all who knew him," said former Ankeny athletic director Fred Smith. During a 39-year career in the … [Read more...] about ‘His passing is a tragic loss’: Osborn motivated young people to be their best