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Iowa Rush 18U boys’ team captures national championship

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The Iowa Rush Soccer Club made some history on Sunday in the U.S. Youth Soccer Presidents Cup at Westfield, Ind. The Ankeny-based club advanced two teams to the finals of their respective divisions, the 18U boys' team and the 14U girls' squad. The 18U boys' team posted a 5-1 victory over Barcelona of Arizona to become the first Iowa program to win a U.S. … [Read more...] about Iowa Rush 18U boys’ team captures national championship

Lanning: ‘I’ll have to survive on special teams’ to make Cowboys’ roster

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If Joel Lanning is going to earn a spot on the Dallas Cowboys' final roster, he knows he'll have to do it through special teams. The former Iowa State linebacker signed with the Cowboys as a free agent after not being selected in the 2018 NFL Draft. He is back in his hometown of Ankeny now after attending three weeks of OTAs (organized team activities) … [Read more...] about Lanning: ‘I’ll have to survive on special teams’ to make Cowboys’ roster

State championship items needed for Historical Society museum display

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The Ankeny Area Historical Society is working on a new museum display celebrating all of the state championship sports teams at Ankeny High School and Ankeny Centennial. Stories from coaches and athletes, photos and artifacts are needed for the display. If anyone wants to help or contribute items for the display, please contact Dennis Adamson at … [Read more...] about State championship items needed for Historical Society museum display

Former Ankeny stars Maschoff, Myers leave USF, find new schools

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As seniors at Ankeny High School in 2017, Drew Maschoff and Codee Myers both signed letters of intent to play Division II basketball at the University of Sioux Falls. Now, a year later, both players have decided to continue their college careers elsewhere. Maschoff, a 6-foot-4, 175-pound point guard, will transfer to Pratt Community College in Pratt, … [Read more...] about Former Ankeny stars Maschoff, Myers leave USF, find new schools

Ex-Jaguar Fontana to transfer from UNO to Wartburg College

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Emily Fontana has found a new home. The former Ankeny Centennial soccer standout has decided to transfer from the University of Nebraska Omaha to Wartburg College following her freshman season, when she played in six games for a total of 74 minutes for the Mavericks. "I loved the school, and I loved my team," said Fontana. "I played a little bit, but … [Read more...] about Ex-Jaguar Fontana to transfer from UNO to Wartburg College

‘It was worth the wait’ for Larson, who signs with MIT

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Emily Larson waited longer than most elite high school soccer players to make a college decision. Her teammate on the Iowa Rush, Ankeny High School sophomore Ashley Harrington, committed last week to play for Northern Iowa. She won't join the Panthers' program until the fall of 2020. But Larson, a senior at North Polk, had a good excuse for waiting. … [Read more...] about ‘It was worth the wait’ for Larson, who signs with MIT

After successful season, Briar Cliff’s Heston undergoes ankle surgery

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Abby Heston is looking forward to the day when she can put two shoes on again. The former Ankeny Centennial guard underwent surgery on April 12 for a torn tendon in her right ankle. She won't be returning to the basketball court anytime soon. "I'm on crutches with no weight-bearing activity for another three weeks," Heston said. "It'll be a long … [Read more...] about After successful season, Briar Cliff’s Heston undergoes ankle surgery

Northwestern’s Bosch ‘has a lot of memories’ of the blue oval

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There's nothing like running at the Drake Relays. Just ask Katie Bosch. The former Ankeny standout helped Northwestern College to a runner-up finish in the College Division of the Women's 4x800 relay on Friday morning. She ran the opening leg in 2:14.28 to put her team in second place. "This track has a lot of memories," said Bosch, who graduated … [Read more...] about Northwestern’s Bosch ‘has a lot of memories’ of the blue oval

Kerrigan returns home, looks for fresh start at Grand View

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Former Ankeny Centennial golfer Karli Kerrigan is coming home for a second chance. The 2014 Class 5A state champion has decided to transfer from South Dakota to Grand View after being dismissed from the Coyotes' squad for violating team rules. "I knew that golf has been such an important part of my life that I wanted to keep playing competitively as … [Read more...] about Kerrigan returns home, looks for fresh start at Grand View

Winters named Creighton’s Female Student-Athlete of the Year

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  Creighton volleyball star Jaali Winters was the recipient of one of the major awards on Monday night at the inaugural edition of The Billy's, which celebrates the school's top individual and team accomplishments from the last year. Winters, a former Ankeny Centennial standout, was named along with Creighton baseball player Michael Emodi as … [Read more...] about Winters named Creighton’s Female Student-Athlete of the Year

After coach departs, Kasperbauer leaves Truman State for Kirkwood

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When Hunter Strait signed a letter of intent to play for Truman State, the Ankeny Centennial point guard thought he was going to be reunited on the basketball court with former teammate Connor Kasperbauer. Now, the reunion appears to be off. Kasperbauer has decided to transfer to Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids. His departure came after … [Read more...] about After coach departs, Kasperbauer leaves Truman State for Kirkwood

Centennial to host Creighton vs. Wisconsin volleyball scrimmage on Sunday

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A scrimmage between NCAA Division I volleyball powers Creighton and Wisconsin will be held on Sunday at Ankeny Centennial, beginning at 1 p.m. Admission is free. Creighton's roster includes former Ankeny standout Megan Ballenger and former Centennial star Jaali Winters. They helped the Bluejays to their fourth consecutive Big East Conference … [Read more...] about Centennial to host Creighton vs. Wisconsin volleyball scrimmage on Sunday

Relay races named after former Ankeny track coach Osborn

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As the weather cooled off Thursday night, many of the fans attending the Hawkette Invitational were probably anxious for the meet to end. Scott Osborn wasn't one of them. The former Ankeny boys' track coach was honored at the meet by having the 4x400 relay named after him. Southeast Polk won the inaugural race and received a commemorative … [Read more...] about Relay races named after former Ankeny track coach Osborn

Centennial edges Ankeny during season-opening rugby tournament

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The Ankeny High School Rugby Club kicked off the opening night for boys' rugby across the state last weekend. Teams attending the tournament included Ankeny, Ballard, Centennial, Denver, Hoover, Lincoln, Madison County, Van Meter and Waverly-Shell Rock. Centennial, led by captains Spencer Hilbert and Lane Pruisner, opened the night against non-conference … [Read more...] about Centennial edges Ankeny during season-opening rugby tournament