Jack Belding and Tyler Sickerson of Ankeny helped the Turbo Track Club to a runner-up finish in the 4x100 relay in the 17-18 division at the AAU Junior Olympic Nationals last week at Drake Stadium. Belding and Sickerson teamed up with Colton Manock of North Polk and Logan Fairchild of Winterset to post a time of 41.12 seconds in the final. The team ran a … [Read more...] about Turbo Track Club places 2nd in 4×100 relay at AAU Junior Olympic Nationals
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ACA sophomore earns 10th-place finish at 2023 NOBULL CrossFit Games
Ava LaBounty is one of the fittest teenagers in the world. LaBounty, who will be a sophomore at Ankeny Christian Academy in the fall, competed in the 2023 NOBULL CrossFit Games last week at Madison, Wis. Competing against girls from around the world, she placed 10th in the 14-15 year old girls' division. The CrossFit Games are the ultimate proving … [Read more...] about ACA sophomore earns 10th-place finish at 2023 NOBULL CrossFit Games
Grand View’s Miller transfers to UNI after placing 9th in javelin at NAIA nationals
Former Ankeny thrower Justice Miller has decided to join the Northern Iowa men's track and field program. Justice will transfer from Grand View University, where he spent the first two seasons of his college career. "(Grand View) was some of the best times (of my life), and I really do love the team," Miller said. "But it was a mixture of wanting to be … [Read more...] about Grand View’s Miller transfers to UNI after placing 9th in javelin at NAIA nationals
‘We stood toe-to-toe with them’: Eagles fall in district final at No. 4 Lynnville-Sully
For the second straight year, Ankeny Christian Academy's baseball season ended with a loss in a Class 1A district final. The Eagles dropped a 4-2 decision on Saturday at fourth-ranked Lynnville-Sully, which defeated ACA for the second time this season. The Hawks won the first matchup, 7-2, on May 27. "I was really proud of the way the boys battled," … [Read more...] about ‘We stood toe-to-toe with them’: Eagles fall in district final at No. 4 Lynnville-Sully
‘I think we’ve got a shot’: Eagles move two wins away from trip to state tourney
The Ankeny Christian Academy baseball team hasn't achieved the same kind of success that the Eagles did last season, when they finished with a 26-2 record. But that doesn't mean ACA can't qualify for the Class 1A state tournament. The Eagles moved two wins away from accomplishing that goal by defeating Grand View Christian, 5-2, in a district semifinal … [Read more...] about ‘I think we’ve got a shot’: Eagles move two wins away from trip to state tourney
Ex-Jaguar Strait signs deal to play pro basketball for KK Joker in Serbian league
Former Ankeny Centennial boys' basketball star Hunter Strait has signed a contract to play professionally in Serbia. Strait will be joining the team that is named after NBA superstar Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets, KK Joker. "This has been a dream of mine since I was a little kid," said Strait, a 6-foot-2 guard. "I always wanted to play … [Read more...] about Ex-Jaguar Strait signs deal to play pro basketball for KK Joker in Serbian league
Mahoney, Christensen lead Eagles past Murray in Class 1A district quarterfinal
There's an old adage that says it's difficult to beat an opponent three times in the same season. The Ankeny Christian Academy baseball team proved otherwise on Saturday. The Eagles opened postseason play with an 11-1 victory over Bluegrass Conference rival Murray in six innings in a Class 1A district quarterfinal at Northview Park. The Mustangs (4-19) … [Read more...] about Mahoney, Christensen lead Eagles past Murray in Class 1A district quarterfinal
Iowa’s Brecht invited to USA Training Camp, named third-team all-American
University of Iowa sophomore pitcher Brody Brecht was named a third-team all-American, the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association announced on Wednesday. It is the third straight year a Hawkeye starting pitcher has earned all-America distinction (Adam Mazur and Trenton Wallace). Brecht, a former Ankeny star, is the 11th player to earn … [Read more...] about Iowa’s Brecht invited to USA Training Camp, named third-team all-American
NIACC’s Pippett signs letter of intent with Metropolitan State-Denver
The Denver Nuggets, who are on the verge of winning their first NBA championship, aren't the only winning basketball team in the Mile High City. The Metropolitan State University-Denver women's basketball team is coming off a 16-14 season, and former Ankeny Centennial standout Jackie Pippett has signed a letter of intent to join the Roadrunners' … [Read more...] about NIACC’s Pippett signs letter of intent with Metropolitan State-Denver
Ex-Jaguar Street named Simpson College Female Newcomer of the Year
Former Ankeny Centennial dual-sport athlete Elle Street has already made an impact on the basketball court and on the soccer pitch at the collegiate level. Street, a member of the Simpson College women's basketball and soccer teams, has been named the 2022-23 SC ESPY Female Newcomer of the Year. She earned starting roles for both squads as a … [Read more...] about Ex-Jaguar Street named Simpson College Female Newcomer of the Year
Historical Society’s ‘Night at the Museum’ to feature Ankeny native Stock
The Ankeny Area Historical Society will host a "Night at the Museum" on June 14. The doors will open at 6 p.m. at both the house and the barn, which are located at 301 SW 3rd St. in Ankeny. Ankeny native Kent Stock will be the featured speaker. A meet and greet with Kent will be held from 6-7:15 p.m., and then Kent will talk about his remarkable life at … [Read more...] about Historical Society’s ‘Night at the Museum’ to feature Ankeny native Stock
Murken returns to his baseball roots, helps build Rippey’s own Field of Dreams
Mel Murken still has a deep love for the game of baseball. Anyone who attended Monday's season opener for the Ankeny Centennial baseball team could see that passion on full display. The second-ranked Jaguars posted a 9-0 victory over Webster City at Walt Anderson Field in Rippey, where Murken now lives in retirement. "It's an honor to play here," … [Read more...] about Murken returns to his baseball roots, helps build Rippey’s own Field of Dreams
Jaali Winters Volleyball Camps to be held in Ankeny this summer
Professional volleyball player Jaali WInters will be holding several different volleyball camps in Ankeny this summer. If you sign up before Friday, you can receive a 10 percent discount on the registration fee by using the code "EARLYBIRDJW2023". Winters is a former star at Ankeny Centennial who went on to break over 90 school records at Creighton, where … [Read more...] about Jaali Winters Volleyball Camps to be held in Ankeny this summer
Ankeny-owned Angel of Empire places 3rd in 149th Kentucky Derby
The Ankeny-owned horse Angel of Empire raced to a third-place finish in the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday at Churchill Downs in Louisville. He earned a purse of $300,000. Angel of Empire, owned by Albaugh Family Stables, came from well off the pace to make a strong charge down the stretch. He finished 1 1/2 lengths behind the winner, … [Read more...] about Ankeny-owned Angel of Empire places 3rd in 149th Kentucky Derby
COMING HOME: Missouri Western’s Murray to transfer to Grand View
Former Ankeny Centennial basketball standout Cleao Murray is coming home. After spending one season at Missouri Western, Murray has decided to transfer to Grand View University in Des Moines. She announced her commitment via Twitter on Wednesday. "I picked Grand View because I really enjoyed my visit and the people I met on campus when I was there," … [Read more...] about COMING HOME: Missouri Western’s Murray to transfer to Grand View
‘It was a journey I never saw coming’: Churchman’s career about to end
The road to Forest City was a long and winding one for Davis Churchman. The former Ankeny Centennial baseball player is wrapping up his college career at Waldorf University. The senior infielder is soaking up every minute of it. "I've been in college for six years yet I do not regret any of it," said Churchman. "Playing baseball at Waldorf has made me … [Read more...] about ‘It was a journey I never saw coming’: Churchman’s career about to end
‘It’s a dream come true!’: Moss selected by Denver with 83rd pick in NFL Draft
Riley Moss is headed to the Mile High City. The former Ankeny Centennial and Iowa football star was selected by the Denver Broncos in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft on Friday night. The defensive back was taken with the 83rd overall pick and was the fourth Hawkeye selected after teammates Lukas Van Ness, Jack Campbell and Sam LaPorta were also … [Read more...] about ‘It’s a dream come true!’: Moss selected by Denver with 83rd pick in NFL Draft
Ex-Hawkeye Greenway partners with ETS Performance to open Ankeny location
ETS Performance, a cutting-edge youth sports performance training center, is excited to announce the opening of two new locations in the Des Moines market. The new facilities, located in Ankeny and West Des Moines, will provide state-of-the-art training programs for athletes of all sports aged 8-18. Chad Greenway, a former Iowa Hawkeye all-American … [Read more...] about Ex-Hawkeye Greenway partners with ETS Performance to open Ankeny location
Duax helps Austin FC Academy to 2023 Generation adidas Cup crown
Ankeny's Tate Duax and his Austin FC Academy Under-15 squad made some history on Sunday. Duax helped Austin to a victory over the Philadelphia Union in the championship game of the 2023 Generation adidas Cup in Bradenton, Fla. "It feels great to win the whole thing, especially when nobody thought we could do it," said Duax. The game went to a … [Read more...] about Duax helps Austin FC Academy to 2023 Generation adidas Cup crown
‘Baseball has become my true passion’: Iowa’s Brecht to step away from football
Brody Brecht's dual-sport career at the University of Iowa has apparently come to an end. The former Ankeny star announced on Friday that he would step away from football in order to focus on his college baseball career. The hard-throwing righthanded pitcher was named a Baseball America Preseason Third-Team All-American and is projected as a potential … [Read more...] about ‘Baseball has become my true passion’: Iowa’s Brecht to step away from football