Ankeny star Lucas Newhard has been named the 2021-22 Gatorade Iowa Boys Soccer Player of the Year. Newhard, who led the Hawks to a 19-2 record and an appearance in the Class 3A state tournament, said he did not expect to win the honor. "My reaction when I found out I won was that I was surprised--based on all the good players nominated for this award," … [Read more...] about Newhard’s unquenchable thirst for goals leads to Gatorade Iowa POY award
Lathrop earns first varsity win to finish off Jaguars’ sweep over Marshalltown
The Ankeny Centennial softball team continues to dominate most of its opponents in the CIML Iowa Conference. The fifth-ranked Jaguars earned their fifth doubleheader sweep of the season on Thursday with a pair of run-rule victories over visiting Marshalltown. They rolled to a 14-2 win in four innings, then completed the sweep with an 11-0 triumph in five … [Read more...] about Lathrop earns first varsity win to finish off Jaguars’ sweep over Marshalltown
Jaguars sweep another foe, have won 6 straight games by a 65-9 margin
The Ankeny Centennial baseball team remains one of the hottest squads in Class 4A. The Jaguars swept a doubleheader against visiting Marshalltown on Thursday for their third sweep in the last four days. They have won six straight games and seven in a row in CIML Iowa Conference play. "They're playing well," said Centennial coach Mark Hey. "We certainly … [Read more...] about Jaguars sweep another foe, have won 6 straight games by a 65-9 margin
Ankeny sweeps Wolves, moves into first place in CIML Iowa Conference
After winning the first game of Thursday's doubleheader against visiting Waukee Northwest, the Ankeny baseball players weren't going to be satisfied with splitting the twinbill. "We just need to go out there and do the same thing," Ankeny catcher Max Watson said after the 6-3 win. "Brock Adamson's going to be on the mound, and I think it's going to be a … [Read more...] about Ankeny sweeps Wolves, moves into first place in CIML Iowa Conference
Central Bank Athlete of the Month: Easton Dunwoody, Ankeny senior
‘It was good to see us bounce back’: Hawkettes earn split against No. 1 NW
After suffering its worst loss of the season, the Ankeny softball team rebounded on Thursday with a victory over the No. 1 squad in Class 5A. The 14th-ranked Hawkettes snapped Waukee Northwest's 11-game winning streak with a 6-4 triumph in the second game of a doubleheader at Ankeny. The Wolves had allowed just nine runs in their previous 11 contests … [Read more...] about ‘It was good to see us bounce back’: Hawkettes earn split against No. 1 NW
HOME SWEEP HOME: Jaguars post identical 12-0 wins over Mason City
The Ankeny Centennial softball players were prepared for a long bus ride to Mason City on Wednesday. It turns out that the Jaguars never had to board the bus. The CIML Iowa Conference doubleheader was moved to Centennial due to a wet field in Mason City, and the sixth-ranked Jaguars went on to sweep the twinbill by identical 12-0 scores. "Our girls … [Read more...] about HOME SWEEP HOME: Jaguars post identical 12-0 wins over Mason City
Jaguars blank Mason City twice, move into contention in Iowa Conference race
With five straight wins in CIML Iowa Conference play, the Ankeny Centennial baseball team has surged into contention for the league title. The Jaguars followed up Monday's sweep over Ames by sweeping another doubleheader on Wednesday against visiting Mason City. The games were moved from Mason City to Centennial due to a wet field after heavy … [Read more...] about Jaguars blank Mason City twice, move into contention in Iowa Conference race
After losing late lead against Carlisle, Hawks will host Waukee NW Thursday
For the second time this week, the Ankeny baseball team couldn't hold on to a seventh-inning lead. Carlisle rallied for two runs in the top of the seventh to post a 7-6 victory at 10th-ranked Ankeny in a non-conference game on Wednesday. Both squads are now 10-8 on the season. On Monday, the Hawks rallied for six runs in the seventh inning to take an … [Read more...] about After losing late lead against Carlisle, Hawks will host Waukee NW Thursday
Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 186
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America, publisher Dan Holm recaps the girls' state soccer tournament with assistant coach Peter Rameh of Class 3A state champion Ankeny Centennial and also discusses the start of the baseball season with coach Joe Balvanz and catcher Tamden Webb-Tate of Ankeny. … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 186
Ankeny Christian Academy baseball team enjoying historic season on diamond
For the first time in school history, the Ankeny Christian Academy baseball team is ranked among the top 10 squads in Class 1A. The Eagles are ranked eighth with a 17-0 record, including a 9-0 mark in the Bluegrass Conference. "It's great recognition for the boys for all their hard work," said ACA coach Craig Dueker. The Eagles remained unbeaten … [Read more...] about Ankeny Christian Academy baseball team enjoying historic season on diamond
No. 4 Carlisle uses 4-run 1st inning to beat Jaguars in non-conference game
The Ankeny Centennial softball team couldn't recover from a slow start. The sixth-ranked Jaguars gave up four runs in the first inning and went on to drop a 6-4 decision in a non-conference game on Tuesday at Carlisle, the No. 4 team in Class 4A. The Wildcats (11-3) extended their winning streak to five games. Centennial fell to 10-7 on the … [Read more...] about No. 4 Carlisle uses 4-run 1st inning to beat Jaguars in non-conference game
Hawkettes top Fort Dodge in 9 innings before Dodgers snap AHS winning streak
The Ankeny softball team's winning streak finally came to an end on Monday night. But not until after the 15th-ranked Hawkettes proved that they can play with one of the state's best squads. Ankeny posted a 2-1 victory at No. 4 Fort Dodge in nine innings before the Dodgers rebounded to win the nightcap of a doubleheader, 9-4. That loss ended the … [Read more...] about Hawkettes top Fort Dodge in 9 innings before Dodgers snap AHS winning streak
Jaguars sweep Ames, move into tie for 3rd place with Little Cyclones at 6-4
Monday's hot and humid weather provided a challenge for the Ankeny Centennial baseball team. The Jaguars overcame the stifling conditions to sweep a doubleheader against visiting Ames. They posted an 8-5 victory in the opener, then completed the sweep with a 17-2 win in four innings. "It was our first real hot day of the year, and you worry about your … [Read more...] about Jaguars sweep Ames, move into tie for 3rd place with Little Cyclones at 6-4
‘STAYING HOME’: Three-star athlete Patton to play football for Cyclones
Ankeny defensive back Jamison Patton has verbally committed to play football for Iowa State. Patton announced his decision via Twitter on Monday. He tweeted: "STAYING HOME #CyclONEnation". Patton transferred to Ankeny in the spring from Des Moines Roosevelt, where he starred as a dual-threat quarterback. He was recruited by Power Five schools as an … [Read more...] about ‘STAYING HOME’: Three-star athlete Patton to play football for Cyclones
Solis’ walk-off single sparks Jaguars to doubleheader sweep over Ames
Lauren Solis and the Ankeny Centennial softball team didn't give up after the Jaguars fell behind visiting Ames, 6-1, in the first game of Monday's doubleheader. Sixth-ranked Centennial rallied for a 7-6 victory on Solis' walk-off single in the seventh inning, then completed a sweep with an 11-3 win over the No. 11 Little Cyclones in the nightcap. The … [Read more...] about Solis’ walk-off single sparks Jaguars to doubleheader sweep over Ames
Hawks salvage split of twinbill at Fort Dodge, drop out of first-place tie
The Ankeny baseball team dropped out of a first-place tie with seventh-ranked Waukee Northwest in the CIML Iowa Conference on Monday, but salvaged a split of a doubleheader at Fort Dodge to remain in the thick of the league race. The No. 10 Hawks posted a 7-1 victory in the nightcap after dropping a 10-8 decision in the opener. They are now 9-3 in the … [Read more...] about Hawks salvage split of twinbill at Fort Dodge, drop out of first-place tie
Kovacs again named to IHSSCA all-state first team; 5 others also honored
It's been a storybook senior season for Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer standout Courtney Kovacs. Earlier this month, Kovacs led the Jaguars to the Class 3A state championship and was named captain of the all-tournament team. She was a repeat pick to the Class 3A all-state first team by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Now, Kovacs has been honored … [Read more...] about Kovacs again named to IHSSCA all-state first team; 5 others also honored
Ankeny’s Newhard, Centennial’s Duax named to Class 3A all-state first team
Four Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer standouts have received all-state honors from the Iowa High School Soccer Coaches Association along with a pair of Ankeny stars. Senior forward Lucas Newhard of Ankeny and sophomore midfielder Ty Duax of Centennial were both selected to the Class 3A first team. Junior forward Rashidi Ishibwami of Centennial and senior … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Newhard, Centennial’s Duax named to Class 3A all-state first team
‘It was a tough day for us’: Jaguars fall to W. Delaware, Cedar Rapids Kennedy
The Ankeny Centennial baseball team was hoping to follow up Friday's Senior Night victory over Sioux City West with two more wins on Saturday in Cedar Rapids. Instead, the Jaguars suffered a pair of losses at Mount Mercy University. Centennial dropped a 13-7 decision to West Delaware in its opening game. The Hawks (17-6) used a 12-run fourth inning to … [Read more...] about ‘It was a tough day for us’: Jaguars fall to W. Delaware, Cedar Rapids Kennedy