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‘I loved the bond that their players have’: Ankeny’s Johnson commits to Quincy

February 3, 2025 by Dan Holm

"Once a Hawk, Always a Hawk." For Ankeny defensive back Mykal Johnson, that phrase actually describes his transition next year to the collegiate level. The 5-foot-8, 175-pound senior has announced his verbal commitment to play football for the Quincy University Hawks of the Great Lakes Valley Conference. The … [Read more...] about ‘I loved the bond that their players have’: Ankeny’s Johnson commits to Quincy

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Dylan Gloviak, Ankeny boys’ basketball

February 3, 2025 by Dan Holm

Senior guard Dylan Gloviak helped the Ankeny boys' basketball team to a 63-48 victory at ninth-ranked Dowling Catholic on Friday. He had four points and two steals in the win. Gloviak is averaging 3.5 points and 1.8 rebounds per game. He is shooting 42.0 percent from the field (21-of-50). Gloviak is also a defender/midfielder … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Dylan Gloviak, Ankeny boys’ basketball

‘We got off to a good start’: Centennial boys build big lead, roll past Railsplitters

February 3, 2025 by Dan Holm

After getting off to a 1-11 start, the Ankeny Centennial boys' basketball team has now won two of its last three games--by an average of 30 points. The Jaguars built a 32-12 halftime lead and cruised to a 65-36 victory at Des Moines Lincoln in a non-conference game on Saturday. They are now 3-12 on the season, while Lincoln's … [Read more...] about ‘We got off to a good start’: Centennial boys build big lead, roll past Railsplitters

‘The balance was good to see’: 4 players score in double digits in Jaguars’ road win

February 3, 2025 by Dan Holm

There was no time for the Ankeny Centennial girls' basketball team to dwell on Friday's loss at Waukee. The fourth-ranked Jaguars had to play a rare Saturday afternoon game less than 24 hours later. Centennial traveled to Ames for a non-conference contest and rolled to a 60-21 victory over the … [Read more...] about ‘The balance was good to see’: 4 players score in double digits in Jaguars’ road win

KICKERS COMMIT: Harrington to play for SDSU; Bendezu headed to Concordia

February 2, 2025 by Dan Holm

The standout kickers on the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial football teams have made their college choices. Ankeny's Ryan Harrington has verbally committed to South Dakota State. "I was going all over the place in the Midwest ranging from D2 and D3 teams," said Harrington. "I had lots of visits and got to see different cultures … [Read more...] about KICKERS COMMIT: Harrington to play for SDSU; Bendezu headed to Concordia

CIML Conference basketball standings

February 2, 2025 by Dan Holm

The CIML Conference basketball champions could be crowned this week. The top-ranked Johnston girls' squad clinched at least a share of the title with a 69-33 win over Valley on Friday. The Dragons will host No. 4 Ankeny Centennial on Tuesday and can secure the outright championship with a victory. On the boys' … [Read more...] about CIML Conference basketball standings

Fast start fuels Hawks past No. 9 Dowling for their 3rd victory over top-10 opponent

February 2, 2025 by Dan Holm

As the calendar turns to February, the Ankeny boys' basketball team appears to be peaking just in time for the stretch run. One week after suffering a humbling loss on its home court to Southeast Polk, the Hawks traveled to Dowling Catholic on Friday and posted a 63-48 victory over the … [Read more...] about Fast start fuels Hawks past No. 9 Dowling for their 3rd victory over top-10 opponent

Hawkettes contain Zediker, but Dowling finds other ways to score in 60-40 victory

February 2, 2025 by Dan Holm

Dowling Catholic star Ava Zediker was held scoreless for nearly 11 minutes in Friday's girls' basketball game against visiting Ankeny. The Creighton recruit went on to score just six points on 2-of-9 shooting--nearly 13 below her average. "That was part of our plan to try to take away Ava," said Ankeny coach Nate Tobey. "It's easier … [Read more...] about Hawkettes contain Zediker, but Dowling finds other ways to score in 60-40 victory

Centennial boys suffer another injury, then drop 62-41 decision at No. 6 Waukee

February 1, 2025 by Dan Holm

(Story by Stephen McDaniel) Before the ball even tipped off, the Ankeny Centennial boys' basketball team was battling some adversity. The Jaguars were already dealing with a recent string of injuries and illnesses, all while having to travel out to Waukee on Friday to face the sixth-ranked Warriors. Centennial fell into a hole early on and went … [Read more...] about Centennial boys suffer another injury, then drop 62-41 decision at No. 6 Waukee

‘We had a great night’: Ankeny girls win regional title, advance 9 wrestlers to state

February 1, 2025 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny girls' wrestling team was assigned to the Class 2A regional site at Cedar Rapids Jefferson along with seven squads from eastern Iowa. The long trip on Friday to the "City of Five Seasons" didn't seem to bother coach Dustin Roland's team. Ankeny crowned five individual champions, had four other girls qualify for state … [Read more...] about ‘We had a great night’: Ankeny girls win regional title, advance 9 wrestlers to state

‘We just didn’t finish out the game well’: Jaguars fall at Waukee in last few minutes

February 1, 2025 by Dan Holm

(Story by Stephen McDaniel) It was an uphill battle most of the way for the Ankeny Centennial girls' basketball team. In the end, the fourth-ranked Jaguars fell just a little short. Despite battling back from a 10-point deficit and a strong second half from senior Mya Crawford, Centennial dropped a 57-53 decision at No. 12 Waukee in a … [Read more...] about ‘We just didn’t finish out the game well’: Jaguars fall at Waukee in last few minutes

DOG PILE: Grider commits to join Kluver, Anderson on Drake football roster

February 1, 2025 by Dan Holm

Ankeny Centennial football standout Mitchell Grider has decided to follow in the footsteps of teammates Reed Anderson and Chase Kluver. The senior defensive lineman said he would have committed to play for Drake anyway. "Their commitment had no effect on my choice," said Grider, who announced his verbal commitment to the Bulldogs on … [Read more...] about DOG PILE: Grider commits to join Kluver, Anderson on Drake football roster

Waukee tops Ankeny in matchup of undefeated CIML girls’ bowling squads

January 31, 2025 by Dan Holm

A perfect season for the Ankeny girls' bowling team came to an end on Thursday at the hands of another undefeated squad. Ankeny dropped a 2,587-2,183 decision to host Waukee in a CIML Conference dual meet at Warrior Lanes. The Warriors are now 9-0 on the season, while coach Nick Payton's team dropped to 5-1 in the league and 8-1 overall. "It was a … [Read more...] about Waukee tops Ankeny in matchup of undefeated CIML girls’ bowling squads

Doubleday Insurance Coach of the Month: Nick Payton, Ankeny bowling

January 31, 2025 by Dan Holm

The second-year coach guided the Ankeny girls' team to an 8-0 start before the Hawkettes suffered their first loss on Thursday, dropping a 2,587-2,183 decision to another unbeaten squad from Waukee. … [Read more...] about Doubleday Insurance Coach of the Month: Nick Payton, Ankeny bowling

‘We went out and fought’: Jags drop 58-14 decision to No. 1 S.E. Polk on Senior Night

January 31, 2025 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny Centennial wrestling team celebrated its Senior Night on Thursday before dropping a 58-14 decision to visiting Southeast Polk. It was the final home meet for the 14th-ranked Jaguars, who finished 5-3 in the CIML Conference and fell to 10-10 overall. "We have almost 20 seniors, and it's nice just to have those guys around," said Centennial … [Read more...] about ‘We went out and fought’: Jags drop 58-14 decision to No. 1 S.E. Polk on Senior Night

Hawks roll to 45-24 victory at Urbandale, will face Norwalk next at regional dual

January 31, 2025 by Dan Holm

The ninth-ranked Ankeny wrestling team closed out the regular season on Thursday with a 45-24 victory at No. 20 Urbandale. The Hawks were also slated to wrestle No. 11 Norwalk, but that meet was cancelled. "When the regional dual pairings were announced, it was agreed upon with Norwalk that we would not wrestle tonight," said Ankeny coach Jack … [Read more...] about Hawks roll to 45-24 victory at Urbandale, will face Norwalk next at regional dual

Hawks assigned to Carlisle site, Jaguars headed to Waukee NW for regional duals

January 30, 2025 by Dan Holm

The road to the Class 3A state duals tournament won't be an easy one for the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial wrestling teams. In fact, both the Hawks and Jaguars will have to hit the road. The Iowa High School Athletic Association announced the sites and assignments for the regional duals on Wednesday. Regional duals are scheduled for 6 p.m. on Tuesday, … [Read more...] about Hawks assigned to Carlisle site, Jaguars headed to Waukee NW for regional duals

Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 292

January 30, 2025 by Dan Holm

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm interviews coach Dustin Roland, senior Haylee McGrew and sophomore Hayden Bratland of the Ankeny girls' wrestling team about the upcoming regional and state tournaments. … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 292

‘We competed from start to finish’: Ankeny girls defeat Roosevelt to stay unbeaten

January 29, 2025 by Dan Holm

After posting another victory on Tuesday, the Ankeny girls' bowling team is headed for a big showdown on Thursday. Ankeny defeated host Des Moines Roosevelt by a score of 2,316 to 2,129 in a non-conference meet at Air Lanes Bowling Center. It was a season-high score for coach Nick Payton's squad, which improved its overall record to 8-0. Ankeny's … [Read more...] about ‘We competed from start to finish’: Ankeny girls defeat Roosevelt to stay unbeaten

Ex-Jaguar Robinson named Horizon League’s Freshman of the Week

January 29, 2025 by Dan Holm

Former Ankeny Centennial boys' basketball player Reece Robinson has been named the Horizon League's Freshman of the Week after helping Cleveland State extend its winning streak to 12 consecutive games, tied for the second-longest in the country. Robinson averaged 10 points and seven rebounds per game in helping his team to a 2-0 week with home … [Read more...] about Ex-Jaguar Robinson named Horizon League’s Freshman of the Week

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