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‘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

Jaguars top Nebraska foe as ‘incredibly gutsy’ Lawrence boots winning PK

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Gabby Lawrence was an unlikely hero Friday night for the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team. The senior midfielder scored the winning penalty kick to end a marathon shootout as the seventh-ranked Jaguars defeated visiting Omaha (Neb.) Skutt Catholic, 2-1, in a non-conference game. It took 10 kicks from both teams before Lawrence found the net to give … [Read more...] about Jaguars top Nebraska foe as ‘incredibly gutsy’ Lawrence boots winning PK

Jaguars dominate S.E. Polk Relays; Sickerson erases Ankeny record in 100

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While the Ankeny Centennial boys' track team dominated the Southeast Polk Relays on Thursday, Ankeny's Tyler Sickerson raced to perhaps the most impressive victory of the night. Sickerson easily won the 100 in a blistering time of 10.55 seconds, breaking the school record. It was the fifth-fastest time ever in Iowa and ranks 83rd in the U.S. for … [Read more...] about Jaguars dominate S.E. Polk Relays; Sickerson erases Ankeny record in 100

Jaguars win 4 of 5 doubles matches to earn 7-4 victory at Urbandale

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team won four of the five doubles matches to post a 7-4 victory at Urbandale in its CIML Conference opener on Thursday. The Jaguars evened their overall record at 1-1. "The boys played well and were happy to get the win," said Centennial assistant coach Dustin Rhoads. "Again, the weather has not been great so we … [Read more...] about Jaguars win 4 of 5 doubles matches to earn 7-4 victory at Urbandale

Ankeny girls win 5 events, edge Dragons by 5 points to defend Hawkette title

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It was a banner night for the Ankeny girls' track team. The Hawkettes celebrated their Senior Night by winning the Hawkette Invitational on Thursday for the second year in a row. They finished with 122 points, five more than Johnston. Ankeny Centennial also had a good meet. The Jaguars placed third in the eight-team field with 103 points. Ankeny had … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls win 5 events, edge Dragons by 5 points to defend Hawkette title

Abbie Peterson returns to court, helps Jags past Urbandale in season opener

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Abbie Peterson's high school tennis career isn't over after all. The two-time state placewinner had planned to skip her senior season at Ankeny Centennial in order to focus on preparing for her collegiate career at Northern Iowa. But Peterson had a change of heart and rejoined the Jaguars' squad earlier this week. On Thursday, Peterson won both of her … [Read more...] about Abbie Peterson returns to court, helps Jags past Urbandale in season opener

‘We had a lot of positives’: Ankeny girls hope to build on 8-3 loss at Waukee

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The Ankeny girls' tennis team opened its season on Thursday with an 8-3 loss at Waukee in a CIML Conference meet. Ankeny coach Steve Smith said he felt better about this loss than last year's 6-5 defeat to the Warriors in the season opener. "A year ago, we lost to Waukee despite being the better team because they outcompeted us," said Smith. "I … [Read more...] about ‘We had a lot of positives’: Ankeny girls hope to build on 8-3 loss at Waukee

Former Centennial star Sauer adjusts to life in Pro Volleyball Federation

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After playing for three different schools in a five-year collegiate career, Kenna Sauer thought she was ready to play professional volleyball. But she never expected to get traded. Originally drafted by the Grand Rapids (Mich.) Rise of the fledgling Pro Volleyball Federation, Sauer was then traded to the Las Vegas franchise in February and has since … [Read more...] about Former Centennial star Sauer adjusts to life in Pro Volleyball Federation

Hawks turn in complete performance, romp to 3-0 victory over Waukee

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The Ankeny boys' soccer team already had three games under its belt prior to Tuesday's CIML Conference opener against Waukee. The Warriors didn't have that luxury. It was the season opener for Waukee, and it turned out to be a rough one for the visitors. The Hawks dominated the run of play and rolled to a 3-0 victory on another cold night. "It … [Read more...] about Hawks turn in complete performance, romp to 3-0 victory over Waukee