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After winning coin flip, Jaguars take the wind, roll to 5-0 triumph over Norwalk

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The opening coin flip proved to be a critical factor in Friday's boys' soccer game between Ankeny Centennial and visiting Norwalk. The Jaguars took advantage of a strong wind to score three goals in the first half and went on to post a 5-0 victory in the non-conference contest. "We had a feeling that the wind was going to die, so if we won the coin … [Read more...] about After winning coin flip, Jaguars take the wind, roll to 5-0 triumph over Norwalk

Martin’s goal in double OT lifts Centennial girls to 1-0 victory at Johnston

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer program has often relied on girls' basketball players to make the quick transition to the soccer pitch in the spring. Meg Brandt helped Centennial to a girls' basketball state title in 2016. She then led the Jaguars to another championship in soccer just a few months later. Current Centennial senior Elle Street has … [Read more...] about Martin’s goal in double OT lifts Centennial girls to 1-0 victory at Johnston

‘I’m very excited to be a Jaguar’: Lingren named Centennial Activities Director

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Nate Lingren has been named the Activities Director at Ankeny Centennial. He will replace Robert Scott at the end of the school year. Lingren, a Denison native, has been the Assistant Activities Director at Valley High School for the last six years. "I'm very excited to be a Jaguar," Lingren said in an introductory video. "Wearing the sliver and black … [Read more...] about ‘I’m very excited to be a Jaguar’: Lingren named Centennial Activities Director

Ankeny lineman Monsivais to play football at Northwest Missouri State

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Ankeny offensive lineman Drew Monsivais has verbally committed to play football at Northwest Missouri State. Monsivais, a junior, helped the Hawks to a 10-3 record and a runner-up finish in Class 5A last season. "It was a pretty easy decision," said Monsivais. "There’s a certain feeling I got the first time I was there and have had every time I’ve been … [Read more...] about Ankeny lineman Monsivais to play football at Northwest Missouri State

‘Luckily, the coaches agreed!’: Henning reaches out to SDSU, will swim for Jacks

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Ankeny swimming standout Alexis Henning has verbally committed to join the women's swimming and diving program at South Dakota State. Henning said she visited only a few schools before making her decision. "I had a small number of schools I was focused on to study architecture. I was lucky to find the type of school I was looking for that also had a … [Read more...] about ‘Luckily, the coaches agreed!’: Henning reaches out to SDSU, will swim for Jacks

Ex-AHS standout Riordan joins Central men’s basketball staff as assistant coach

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Former Ankeny basketball standout Conor Riordan, who spent the past year as a graduate assistant at Midland University (Neb.), has joined new coach Joe Steinkamp's Central College men's basketball staff as varsity assistant. Riordan, a former three-year team captain and two-time all-conference pick at Ankeny, was a two-time CoSIDA Academic All-America … [Read more...] about Ex-AHS standout Riordan joins Central men’s basketball staff as assistant coach

Ankeny girls post another shutout, have yet to allow a goal in their 3-0 start

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The sheet remains clean for the Ankeny girls' soccer team. The second-ranked Hawkettes posted a 3-0 victory over visiting Southeast Polk in a non-conference game on Tuesday. It was their third consecutive shutout to open the season. "We returned the whole back line and our keeper from last year," said Ankeny coach Simon Brown. "They're great players, … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls post another shutout, have yet to allow a goal in their 3-0 start

Ishibwami shines against former team as Jaguars post 3-0 win over Roosevelt

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The Des Moines Roosevelt boys' soccer team opened its season on Tuesday against a familiar foe. Rashidi Ishibwami scored a goal and added an assist to lead Ankeny Centennial to a 3-0 victory over the Roughriders in a non-conference game at Cownie Park. Ishibwami, a junior, transferred from Roosevelt to Centennial before the start of the school … [Read more...] about Ishibwami shines against former team as Jaguars post 3-0 win over Roosevelt

Crosstown battle: Jaguars place 2nd, Hawks finish 4th at Northwest Invite

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Tuesday's Waukee Northwest Invitational provided an opportunity for the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial boys' track teams to get an early look at their crosstown rival. The Hawks and Jaguars were joined in the four-team field by host Northwest and Valley. Only the seven relay events were scored. Northwest won the meet with 58 points. Centennial took … [Read more...] about Crosstown battle: Jaguars place 2nd, Hawks finish 4th at Northwest Invite

Goals by Compton, Hilton lift Centennial girls to 2-0 victory at Urbandale

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It took awhile for the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team to adjust to the wet conditions on Tuesday. The fourth-ranked Jaguars still managed to post a 2-0 victory at Urbandale in a non-conference game. "The turf was definitely wet and caused the ball to skip a little bit unusually," said Centennial coach Chris Allen. "When you try to play the ball … [Read more...] about Goals by Compton, Hilton lift Centennial girls to 2-0 victory at Urbandale

Hawks edge Dowling on Newhard’s winning goal with 5 minutes left

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The Ankeny boys' soccer team remained unbeaten with a 2-1 victory at Dowling Catholic in a non-conference game on Tuesday. Lucas Newhard scored the winning goal with about 5 minutes left off an assist by Hunter Yeatts. "Hunter clipped a nice ball over the top to Lucas, who beat the goalie and the center back," said Ankeny coach Marcus Varnum. "He got a … [Read more...] about Hawks edge Dowling on Newhard’s winning goal with 5 minutes left

Hawkettes ‘show a lot of grit’, capture team crown at Waukee Invitational

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The members of the Ankeny girls' track team were just happy to compete on Tuesday. Winning the Waukee Invitational was a bonus. The Hawkettes scored 48 points to capture the seven-team meet, edging Norwalk and Waukee by three points. Only the seven relay events were scored. "We were very happy to get a meet in with the forecast looking unfavorable … [Read more...] about Hawkettes ‘show a lot of grit’, capture team crown at Waukee Invitational

Jaguars place 2nd in all 7 relays, earn runner-up finish overall at S.E. Polk Invite

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On a wet and windy night, the Ankeny Centennial girls' track team earned a runner-up finish in the Southeast Polk Invitational on Tuesday. The Jaguars scored 56 of their 184 points in the relays--placing second in all seven of the relay events. "We ran competitively on the track," said Centennial coach Andrew Kruzich. "We've got some work to do on … [Read more...] about Jaguars place 2nd in all 7 relays, earn runner-up finish overall at S.E. Polk Invite

Valley girls post 6-0 victory over Centennial in meet shortened due to rain

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A tough opponent and some rainy weather proved to be a difficult combination on Tuesday for the Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team. Visiting Valley posted a 6-0 victory in a non-conference meet at the Prairie Ridge courts. The contest was called off due to rain before the doubles matches began. "Valley is such a great team--one of the best in the … [Read more...] about Valley girls post 6-0 victory over Centennial in meet shortened due to rain

Centennial boys’ tennis team opens season with 7-4 loss to Little Cyclones

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team opened its season on Monday with a 7-4 loss at Ames in a CIML Iowa Conference matchup. The Little Cyclones won four of the six singles matches and three of the five doubles contests. "We had a lot of guys playing in their first varsity meet ever, and some of our inexperience showed," said Centennial coach Tami … [Read more...] about Centennial boys’ tennis team opens season with 7-4 loss to Little Cyclones

‘Our team battled hard’: Centennial girls drop 6-5 decision to Ames in opener

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team got off to a good start in Monday's season-opening dual meet against visiting Ames. The Jaguars won four of the six singles matches to take a 4-2 lead, but Ames then rallied for a 6-5 victory in the CIML Iowa Conference matchup by winning four of the five doubles matches. "Our team battled hard," said Centennial … [Read more...] about ‘Our team battled hard’: Centennial girls drop 6-5 decision to Ames in opener

Newcomer Newhard scores 4 goals as Hawks top Linn-Mar, rout C.R. Kennedy

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With 10 returning starters, the Ankeny boys' soccer team didn't need a lot of newcomers to play key roles this season. But there's no doubt that senior Lucas Newhard will be an exception. Newhard scored four goals on Saturday as Ankeny opened its season with a pair of victories in eastern Iowa. The Hawks posted a 1-0 win at Linn-Mar (Marion) in the … [Read more...] about Newcomer Newhard scores 4 goals as Hawks top Linn-Mar, rout C.R. Kennedy

Centennial libero Becker commits to play volleyball at Cornell College

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Ankeny Centennial volleyball standout Ella Becker has committed to play for Cornell College. Becker, a senior libero, announced her decision via Twitter on Friday. "I'm beyond excited to announce my commitment to continue my academic and volleyball career at Cornell College!" Becker tweeted. "Thank you to my parents, coaches, and teammates who … [Read more...] about Centennial libero Becker commits to play volleyball at Cornell College