In its first season under coach TJ Jumper, the Ankeny girls' track team was in contention for a state title before eventually finishing fifth in Class 4A with 50 points. This spring, the Hawkettes will be looking to capture a trophy. "We believe if we can stay healthy that we could be a team that could contend for a state title," said Jumper, who was … [Read more...] about Ankeny returns loaded roster, including all 4 members of state champ 4×8 relay
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Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Jack Lincoln, Ankeny Centennial junior
Because of the gap between the winter and spring sports seasons, this seemed like a good week to do something a little different with the Ankeny Fanatic prep of the week feature sponsored by Revive Clinic and Spa. Here's an interview with Special Olympic athlete Jack Lincoln, a junior at Ankeny Centennial: Congratulations on winning two gold medals in … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Jack Lincoln, Ankeny Centennial junior
Centennial girls look to build on success following historic campaign in 2023
A year ago, the Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team enjoyed an historic season. Now, the Jaguars are looking to build on that success. "I have several goals for this season," said Centennial coach Alli Gustafson. "First, I would love for every player to see improvement on an individual level. I also hope to help my players continue to develop … [Read more...] about Centennial girls look to build on success following historic campaign in 2023
Expectations remain high for Jaguars despite heavy losses from last year
Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer coach Brian Duax will be relying more than ever on his son Ty. Ty Duax, a senior midfielder, is one of just five returning starters from last year's team that posted a 10-6 record and reached the Class 4A semifinals. The Jaguars graduated several key players and will also have to replace all-state forward Andrew … [Read more...] about Expectations remain high for Jaguars despite heavy losses from last year
Cold-shooting Grand View drops 72-53 decision in first round of NAIA tourney
A rough shooting night resulted in a season-ending loss for Cleao Murray and the Grand View women's basketball team. The fifth-seeded Vikings shot just 27.5 percent from the field (19-of-69) and dropped a 72-53 decision to No. 12 seed Indiana South Bend in the opening round of the NAIA Championship on Friday at Madison, S.D. Indiana South Bend (31-1) … [Read more...] about Cold-shooting Grand View drops 72-53 decision in first round of NAIA tourney