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
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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
Centennial senior earns gold medal at High School Racquetball Championships
There's a national champion walking the hallways of Ankeny Centennial High School. Earlier this month, Centennial senior Benjamin Horner captured the gold medal in the 2023 USA Racquetball Championships. The national tournament was held March 1-5 in Portland, Ore. A total of 232 players representing a couple dozen high schools across the country … [Read more...] about Centennial senior earns gold medal at High School Racquetball Championships
From Wenatchee to Flint: Ankeny native describes his TBL journey in pro hoops
Joel Roberts admits that he wasn't much of a shooter on his high school basketball team. Now, the former Ankeny player is being paid to play professionally. The 6-foot-9, 255-pound Roberts is in his first season in The Basketball League, which began operating in 2018 with eight teams and has now expanded to more than 40 franchises across the U.S. He is … [Read more...] about From Wenatchee to Flint: Ankeny native describes his TBL journey in pro hoops
After strong season, NIACC soph Pippett named to NJCAA Region XI second team
Former Ankeny Centennial standout Jackie Pippett has been named to the NJCAA Region XI second team after helping the North Iowa Area Community College women's basketball team to a 19-12 record. Pippett, a 6-foot sophomore post player, averaged 10.2 points, 5.5 rebounds and a team-high 1.1 blocks per game. She started all 31 games for the … [Read more...] about After strong season, NIACC soph Pippett named to NJCAA Region XI second team
Headed to H-Town: Sauer will play her final volleyball season for Cougars
Kenna Sauer is moving from one part of Texas to another. The Texas Tech volleyball star has decided to transfer to the University of Houston for her final collegiate season. The former Ankeny Centennial standout, who played the last two years in Lubbock after transferring from Missouri, is the third transfer to join the Cougars in recent weeks. Sauer, … [Read more...] about Headed to H-Town: Sauer will play her final volleyball season for Cougars
Ex-Jaguar Wycoff closes out her MACU career by earning all-region honors
Although her college basketball career is now over, the impact that former Ankeny Centennial standout Sydney Wycoff had on the Mid-America Christian University women's squad will last a long time. Wycoff, a graduate student, has been named to the all-Central Region second team by the National Christian College Athletic Association. She helped the Evangels … [Read more...] about Ex-Jaguar Wycoff closes out her MACU career by earning all-region honors
Ex-Jaguar Runchey, ex-Comet Murphy help Wartburg reach NCAA’s Sweet 16
Taylor Runchey, Jaedon Murphy and the 24th-ranked Wartburg College women's basketball team reached the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA Tournament before dropping a 60-51 decision to No. 1 Christopher Newport on Friday at Medford, Mass. Runchey, a junior guard and former Ankeny Centennial standout, had four rebounds and three assists in the loss. Murphy, a … [Read more...] about Ex-Jaguar Runchey, ex-Comet Murphy help Wartburg reach NCAA’s Sweet 16
Burns helps Nebraska Kearney to 28-win season, NCAA Tournament appearance
The season ended on Friday for former Ankeny Centennial star Meg Burns and the Nebraska Kearney women's basketball team. The Lopers suffered a 74-54 loss to Pittsburg State in an NCAA Tournament first-round game in Duluth, Minn. The contest was part of the Central Regional. Burns had two points, three rebounds, one assist and one steal for Nebraska … [Read more...] about Burns helps Nebraska Kearney to 28-win season, NCAA Tournament appearance