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Without 5 of top 15 players, Ankeny girls tumble to potent Johnston squad

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A depleted Ankeny girls' tennis team dropped an 11-0 decision to visiting Johnston on Tuesday. The Dragons won all 11 matches in straight sets. They improved to 2-0 in the CIML Conference and 2-0 overall. The Hawkettes' records fell to 0-2 and 0-2. "We were down five of our top 15 players, including two of our normal singles players," said Ankeny … [Read more...] about Without 5 of top 15 players, Ankeny girls tumble to potent Johnston squad

‘They never give up’: Centennial boys’ rally falls short in 7-4 loss to Maroons

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team didn't quit on Tuesday after falling behind visiting Dowling Catholic, 5-1, in a CIML Conference meet at the Prairie Ridge courts. The Jaguars won only one of the six singles matches but then rallied to win three of the five doubles matches, even though Dowling still posted a 7-4 victory. "It was fun hosting … [Read more...] about ‘They never give up’: Centennial boys’ rally falls short in 7-4 loss to Maroons

Growing pains continue as Jaguars fall behind early in 4-2 loss to Dowling boys

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team is still going through some growing pains. The Jaguars gave up three goals in the first 28 minutes and went on to drop a 4-2 decision to visiting Dowling Catholic in a CIML Conference game on Tuesday. The Maroons improved to 2-0 in the league and 5-0 overall, while Centennial's records dropped to 0-2 and 2-5. "It … [Read more...] about Growing pains continue as Jaguars fall behind early in 4-2 loss to Dowling boys

‘We had a great weather night’: Jaguars place 2nd behind NW at Oldham Invite

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' track team earned a runner-up finish in the Craig Oldham Invitational on Tuesday at Johnston. Waukee Northwest won the meet for the third straight year, racking up 167 points. Centennial finished with 121.5, while the host Dragons took third in the eight-team field with 97. "We had a great weather night that allowed for … [Read more...] about ‘We had a great weather night’: Jaguars place 2nd behind NW at Oldham Invite

‘It helped us to progress’: Hawkettes win 9 events at Valley Quadrangular

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The Ankeny girls' track team won nine events at the Valley Quadrangular on Tuesday. Cedar Rapids Kennedy, Indianola and the host Tigers also competed in the unscored meet. One of the victories came in the shuttle hurdle relay, where the Hawkettes posted a time of 1:06.11, which met the Drake Relays Blue Oval standard. It was the fourth-fastest clocking in … [Read more...] about ‘It helped us to progress’: Hawkettes win 9 events at Valley Quadrangular

Mixdorf provides only win as Jaguars drop 10-1 decision at Dowling Catholic

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Without its No. 1 player, the Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team dropped a 10-1 decision at Dowling Catholic on Tuesday. The Jaguars were unable to overcome the absence of Abbie Peterson, who was out with an injury. "We had to shuffle everyone up a spot," said Centennial coach Alli Gustafson. "Dowling is a very talented and deep team, and we fell … [Read more...] about Mixdorf provides only win as Jaguars drop 10-1 decision at Dowling Catholic

Hawks race to school record in 4×100 relay, post fastest time in state in 2024

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The Ankeny boys' track team continues to turn in some blistering times. The Hawks set a school record in the 4x100 relay during the Gary DouBrava Invitational on Tuesday at Urbandale. The foursome of Caden Henkes, Devon Akers, Logan Fairchild and Tyler Sickerson won the event in 41.76 seconds, which is the fastest time in the state this season. "As the … [Read more...] about Hawks race to school record in 4×100 relay, post fastest time in state in 2024

Resilient Jaguars outlast Dowling Catholic girls to win another shootout

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For the second time in five days, the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team was forced to go to a shootout. And once again, the Jaguars prevailed. Seventh-ranked Centennial got a game-ending save from goalkeeper Rylee Litchfield and posted a 2-1 victory at No. 9 Dowling Catholic on Tuesday. The Jaguars improved to 2-0 in the CIML Conference and 4-1 … [Read more...] about Resilient Jaguars outlast Dowling Catholic girls to win another shootout

‘We committed the same mistakes’: Hawks tumble to strong Johnston team

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The Ankeny boys' tennis team ran into a buzzsaw on Tuesday. The Hawks dropped an 11-0 decision at Johnston in a CIML Conference meet. It was the season opener for the Dragons, who won all 11 matches in straight sets. "They are pretty deep, and we committed the same mistakes over and over," said Ankeny coach Ron Miller. "This team is still new to tennis … [Read more...] about ‘We committed the same mistakes’: Hawks tumble to strong Johnston team

Hawks take lead on Lundberg’s PK, but Johnston boys rally for 3-1 victory

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The Ankeny boys' soccer team battled defending Class 4A state champion Johnston on even terms for much of Monday's game before the host Dragons scored two late goals to escape with a 3-1 victory. Carlos Martinez had two goals and Lai Mawia added another for the Dragons, who also got two assists from Cael Leach and one from Kyron Pope. It was the 11th … [Read more...] about Hawks take lead on Lundberg’s PK, but Johnston boys rally for 3-1 victory

‘It was a no-brainer’: Bayless to reunite with coach Plona at Western Kentucky

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When Hank Plona was named the 17th head men's basketball coach at Western Kentucky a week ago, it didn't take long for him to be reunited with one of his former players. Braxton Bayless, who played for Plona at Indian Hills Community College, has committed to the Hilltoppers as a graduate transfer. "It was a no-brainer being with coach Hank," said … [Read more...] about ‘It was a no-brainer’: Bayless to reunite with coach Plona at Western Kentucky

‘Kansas City has become my home’: Porter commits to play for Rockhurst

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Averi Porter didn't have to look very far to find a new home. The former Ankeny Centennial basketball standout has committed to play for Rockhurst University after playing her freshman season at nearby William Jewell College in the Kansas City area. "I had several offers from schools in the Midwest, but I based my final decision on not just the … [Read more...] about ‘Kansas City has become my home’: Porter commits to play for Rockhurst

Drefke takes 3rd at Centennial Invite, leads Jaguars to 5th-place finish

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' golf squad opened its season on Monday with a fifth-place finish in the Centennial Invitational at Briarwood Golf Club, while crosstown rival Ankeny took eighth in the 12-team field. Gilbert shot a 320 to win the meet for the fourth straight year. Pleasant Valley was second with a 336. The Jaguars carded a 381 on their home … [Read more...] about Drefke takes 3rd at Centennial Invite, leads Jaguars to 5th-place finish

Centennial boys edge Hawks for 4th at Brooks Relays; Hawkettes take 5th

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' track team earned a fourth-place finish in the Brooks Relays on Saturday at Valley, while the Ankeny boys' and girls' squads both finished fifth in their respective divisions. Dowling Catholic won the boys' meet with 124 points, 42 more than Valley. Centennial scored 70 points, finishing 10 points ahead of the Hawks in the … [Read more...] about Centennial boys edge Hawks for 4th at Brooks Relays; Hawkettes take 5th

Hawks beat Davenport North, will visit Johnston Monday to face state champs

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The Ankeny boys' soccer team tuned up for Monday's showdown against Johnston by defeating Davenport North, 2-0, in a non-conference game on Saturday. Landon Benge and Andrew Loder each scored a first-half goal as the Hawks raised their overall record to 4-1. Brian Jimenez and Gannon Ripley were credited with assists. Ankeny finished with 16 shots, 12 … [Read more...] about Hawks beat Davenport North, will visit Johnston Monday to face state champs

Ankeny boys’ tennis team opens season with losses to Waukee, Ottumwa

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The Ankeny boys' tennis team is off to an 0-2 start. The Hawks opened their season on Thursday with an 11-0 loss to visiting Waukee in a CIML Conference meet. The Warriors won 10 of the 11 matches in straight sets. "The Waukee match was mostly learning from first-match jitters," said Ankeny coach Ron Miller. "High school tennis is new to most of my … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys’ tennis team opens season with losses to Waukee, Ottumwa

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Jaeden Pratt, Centennial girls’ track

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Ankeny Centennial junior Jaeden Pratt is the defending Class 4A state champion in the long jump. She placed sixth in the event with a jump of 16 feet 1/4 inch at the Hawkette Invitational on Thursday, helping the Jaguars to a third-place finish in the eight-team field. Pratt is a multi-sport athlete who has earned all-state honors in both basketball and … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Jaeden Pratt, Centennial girls’ track

‘We’re very unfortunate to not get a result’: Jaguars fall in double overtime

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team simply couldn't find the net. The Jaguars took nine shots, four of them on goal, but were unable to score during Friday's non-conference game against visiting Omaha (Neb.) Skutt Catholic. The Skyhawks eventually got the winning goal in the 96th minute to post a 1-0 victory in double overtime. "It was a really … [Read more...] about ‘We’re very unfortunate to not get a result’: Jaguars fall in double overtime

Macke scores on free kick to give Ankeny girls 1-0 victory at No. 3 Waukee

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A matchup between two of the state's top five girls' soccer teams in Class 3A was decided by a lone goal. Alli Macke scored on a free kick in the second half and fifth-ranked Ankeny went on to post a 1-0 victory at No. 3 Waukee in the CIML Conference opener for both squads on Friday. "The ball went off the bar, and the linesman called the goal," said … [Read more...] about Macke scores on free kick to give Ankeny girls 1-0 victory at No. 3 Waukee