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
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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
Simpson’s Dunwoody named ARC Pitcher of the Week after tossing gem
Simpson College freshman Easton Dunwoody has been named the American Rivers Conference Pitcher of the Week after earning his first collegiate victory on the mound. Dunwoody, a former Ankeny standout, made his second career start in Saturday's second game, helping the Storm to a 4-1 win over St. Olaf. It was the team's first triumph of the … [Read more...] about Simpson’s Dunwoody named ARC Pitcher of the Week after tossing gem
Unhittable Brecht named DI Baseball Pitcher of the Week, earns B1G honor too
If former Ankeny pitcher Brody Brecht continues to throw like he did on Saturday, he may have to reconsider his dual sport career at the University of Iowa. The sophomore righthander was named the DI Baseball Pitcher of the Week, it was announced on Monday. Then, on Tuesday, he was tabbed the Big Ten Co-Pitcher of the Week along with Dominic Pianto … [Read more...] about Unhittable Brecht named DI Baseball Pitcher of the Week, earns B1G honor too
Northwestern College’s Carlson named GPAC player of the week for 2nd time
Former Ankeny standout Dillon Carlson has been named the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) men's basketball player of the week after leading Northwestern College to a pair of victories. Carlson, a senior guard, hit career-highs in back-to-back games. His 29 points at Dakota Wesleyan on Wednesday helped Northwestern to its first win at the Corn … [Read more...] about Northwestern College’s Carlson named GPAC player of the week for 2nd time
Griffith named offensive coordinator, offensive line coach at Simpson College
Former Ankeny football standout Quincy Griffith is returning to central Iowa. Griffith has been named the offensive coordinator and offensive line coach at Simpson College. He spent the last three seasons as an assistant coach at Wayne State (Neb.). "The chance to run the offense and call plays was certainly a big (reason for the move)," Griffith said. … [Read more...] about Griffith named offensive coordinator, offensive line coach at Simpson College
Ankeny Fanatic announces its all-time Ankeny football team (2nd team)
For several months, Ankeny Fanatic has been contacting the members of its all-time Ankeny football team to get a reaction from some of the players, as well as stories and favorite memories from their high school careers. One former Ankeny standout responded with a poem that he wrote. Ross Naylor entitled it, "Pezzetti's Proposal", in honor of his … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic announces its all-time Ankeny football team (2nd team)